IT Project Manager

Location: Louisville KY (Preference) or Remote- United States Shift: Full-Time (40–45 hours/week). Occasional after-hours or weekend support may be required based on project needs. Limited travel may be required for customer engagements, internal planning sessions, or key program milestones. Strategic offers a comprehensive benefits package, ranked in the top 15% among companies of similar size in our market. Key benefits include: 100% employer-paid employee-only medical premium on our core plan Competitive compensation and performance-based growth opportunities Professional development and certification support As a Project Manager at Strategic Communications, you will play a key role within the PMO, leading enterprise technology initiatives, cloud solutions delivery, and strategic programs. This role supports a mix of customer-facing delivery (Enterprise / Cloud Solutions) and internal initiatives, including go-to-market (GTM), product development, and technology transformation efforts. The ideal candidate has experience managing cross-functional programs, cloud-based solutions, and complex stakeholder environments, with the ability to balance delivery execution, governance, and strategic coordination. Experience operating in dynamic, high-growth or evolving program environments is highly valued. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Own and drive assigned projects and programs from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and objectives Lead Enterprise and Cloud Solutions delivery efforts, coordinating across engineering, partners, and customer stakeholders Support strategic initiatives such as go-to-market programs, product launches, and cloud transformation efforts Develop and maintain project artifacts including schedules, status reporting, risk/issue logs, and executive summaries Establish and manage cross-functional coordination across PMO, Engineering, Sales, Technology Strategy & Innovation, Product Development, and external partners Drive governance and execution discipline, ensuring alignment with PMO standards and processes Manage dependencies, risks, and evolving priorities across multiple concurrent initiatives Facilitate stakeholder communication, aligning business objectives with execution plans Support PMO maturity, including intake processes, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts Contribute to program-level planning, including migration efforts, cloud adoption, and solution development initiatives Qualifications, Education and Experience: 5–8+ years of experience leading complex technology projects or programs Experience delivering Enterprise and/or Cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, SaaS, or similar) Experience supporting or leading cross-functional initiatives (GTM programs, product development, transformation efforts) Knowledge of/experience with project management related to infrastructure modernization, enterprise software deployments (VMware, Oracle or similar) Strong stakeholder management experience across technical and business teams Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic environment Familiarity with project governance, reporting, and portfolio-level coordination Experience with project management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, or similar) PMP or equivalent certification preferred Experience supporting cloud migrations, program launches, or solution development efforts strongly preferred Exposure to AWS programs (e.g., MAP, Migration Competency) is a plus Ability to complete ISO 9001:2015 training within 90 days of hire Key Competencies/Behaviors Ownership mindset – takes initiative and drives outcomes with minimal oversight Strong stakeholder management – able to operate effectively across executive, technical, and business teams Cross-functional leadership – facilitates alignment across PMO, Engineering, Sales, Technology Strategy & Innovation, Change Management, and Product Development Communication – clear, structured, and confident in both written and verbal formats Strategic thinking – connects execution to broader business objectives Organizational discipline – maintains structure across multiple concurrent initiatives Adaptability – able to shift priorities and operate effectively in dynamic environments Integrity and accountability – operates with transparency and follows through on commitments Comfortable operating in both structured delivery environments and evolving, early-stage strategic initiatives Screening Requirements: Background Check, Drug Testing, Preferred US Citizen capable of obtaining security clearance Physical Environment: Work is somewhat sedentary in nature but will require standing and walking for up to 25% of the time. The work environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are reasonable. Work is performed primarily in a virtual environment, with regular participation in meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional coordination. Occasional travel may be required for customer engagements, workshops, or strategic initiatives.