IT Project Manager Lead

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking an IT Project Manager Lead responsible for strategic alignment, governance, and delivery excellence.

Responsibilities:
* Oversees complex, high-impact projects or programs that span multiple departments or business units
* Acts as a key liaison between executive leadership and project teams, ensuring that initiatives support organizational goals
* Plays a role in mentoring and developing PMO talent

Duties:
* Lead enterprise-scale, cross-functional programs and projects independently, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and delivering measurable business outcomes (10%)
* Define and manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables in partnership with executive sponsors and key stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment (10%)
* Oversee portfolio-level governance, including budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, to drive effective execution and maximize return on investment (10%)
* Mentor and develop project management talent, including coaching junior project managers to build capability and strengthen PMO maturity (10%)
* Drive adoption and continuous improvement of PMO methodologies, tools, and best practices, promoting consistency and operational excellence across the organization (10%)
* Provide strategic portfolio reporting and insights, including KPIs, project health, and alignment to business objectives, for senior leadership decision-making (10%)
* Apply strong business acumen to support business partners, identifying opportunities to leverage technology solutions that enable and advance strategic goals (10%)
* Proactively identify and champion innovative technology opportunities, optimizing the use of IT to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and business value (10%)

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or other relevant degree from an accredited college or university; In lieu of a Bachelors degree, an additional 2 years of experience may be considered
* PMP Certification required
* CAPM, Agile certification preferred or Professional Engineer license, where applicable
Experience
* 8 years of project/program management experience, including enterprise-level initiatives
* Requires deep expertise in project and program management, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage ambiguity and change
* Subject-matter-expert in program management, portfolio management, and strategic planning; Deep understanding of organizational dynamics and stakeholder engagement; knowledge of compliance and governance frameworks
* Demonstrated exceptional executive-level communication; strategic risk management; Advanced financial modeling and forecasting; Facilitation of cross-functional collaboration
* Ability to lead enterprise-wide initiatives; Influence senior leadership; Manage complex interdependencies and drive transformation; Foster a culture of continuous improvement
* Process Improvement: Champion efficiency and scale through innovation
* Business strategy and enterprise-level operations
* Organizational change management and transformation planning
* Governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements in project delivery
* Forecast long-term impact and guide decision-making with data
* Cultivate stakeholder trust and drive cultural alignment
* Navigate ambiguity and lead change through complexity
* Author and present executive reports and strategic proposals
* Ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and global teams
* Expertise in project portfolio management tools and methodologies

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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