SR PROJECT MGR ITS

Loyola University Chicago

United States, Illinois, Rogers Park

Mar 24, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	SR PROJECT MGR ITS
Position Number	8100386
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	DATA, SECURITY, & ARCHITECTURE
Location Code	TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Position Overview: The Senior Project Manager will play a crucial role in managing a variety of IT technology implementations and other Projects within our organization. This Position will have a significant impact on Department-level IT operations and will involve direct influence through cross-functional collaboration. The successful Candidate will be responsible for managing mid-sized budgets and contributing to operational tactical planning and the implementation of Departmental goals. General Responsibilities: Operational Oversight: Provide direct oversight to specific IT Units or Projects, ensuring efficient and effective operation. Departmental Impact: Influence Department-level IT operations through strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and direct leadership. Budget Management: Manage mid-sized budgets for assigned Units or Projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational Goals. Tactical Planning: Participate in operational tactical planning, contributing to the achievement of Departmental Objectives and Goals. Knowledge and Understanding: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of specific IT domains, with some cross-functional understanding to support broader organizational needs. Communication: Maintain regular communication with Team leaders, Peers, and Directors to foster collaboration, alignment, and information sharing. Position Specific Responsibilities: Ensure assigned Programs and Projects are properly defined, work efforts are estimated and required resources are identified to ensure success throughout the Project Management lifecycle. Utilize estimating and scheduling techniques to determine total work effort and task sequencing. Facilitate negotiations with end-users and various Stakeholders to ensure Project expectations can be met. Must be able to influence and persuade individuals and/or groups to identify common solutions. Develop and manage Project plans to ensure Project are completed as planned and scheduled. Responsible for ensuring that Project Objectives are met on time and under budget. Identify, assess, and mitigate issues and risks that may jeopardize the completion of Programs or Projects. Maintain Project status documentation and monitor progress towards completion. Regularly communicate with Executive Sponsors, End Users, and Stakeholders about Project expectations and status. Serve as a resource for other members of the ITS PMO to provide technical leadership and guidance.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering and 5+ years of experience in Information Technology, Program/Project Management, or related experience. 4+ years of experience in managing mid-large scale Enterprise Projects, including a proven track record of success with managing multiple simultaneous Programs and/or Projects with a duration of 6+ months and Teams of 6 - 20 people.
Qualifications	Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering and 5+ years of experience in Information Technology, Program/Project Management, or related experience. Minimum of 8 years of experience managing mid-large scale Programs/Projects in Information Technology. Proven track record of success with managing multiple simultaneous programs and/or projects with a duration of 6+ months and teams of 6-20 people. Industry Certifications (PMP, PMI-ACP, CAPM, CSM, etc.), or willingness to obtain them, are strongly preferred. Proven ability to translate technical detail into easily understandable verbiage for stakeholders. Knowledge of SDLC processes and best practices. Ability to work collaboratively across various Departments and Teams. Excellent organizational and Project Management skills. Experience in Higher Education is a plus, but not required.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	Industry Certifications ( PMP, PMI- ACP, CAPM, CSM, etc.), or willingness to obtain them, are strongly preferred.
Computer Skills	Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Project, Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint). Familiarity with the Project Management Institute's Project Management lifecycle and PMBOK.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	Irregular Hours, None
Open Date	03/11/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$120,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$95,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
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