IT Project Manager

C1: 1 Contact, 1 Connection, 1 Choice

C1 is the foremost, single-source provider of advanced communications and data technology for business. That means if it's digital, we connect our customers to it -- from phone systems and hardware to computer networks, application development, managed solutions and more. And we're 100% passionate with designing, implementing, managing and supporting our customers' every need from end to end, so that they can focus on what they do best.

So, when it comes to joining a team of IT and communications technology pros who are empowered to do what they do best, your best choice -- your #1 choice -- is C1.

Summary

The IT Project Manager role is responsible for both upfront planning and day-to-day oversight of initiatives across business and technology. This role partners with Portfolio Managers, Product Owners, and Technical Delivery Teams to shape delivery plans, anticipate risks, and coordinate dependencies early in the lifecycle. This role brings strong planning, coordination, and follow-through capabilities and thrives in environments requiring structure, adaptability, and proactive communication. This role requires a strong sense of ownership, clear and consistent communication, and the ability to work independently while staying closely aligned with global stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Leads end-to-end project planning and execution from intake through deployment, ensuring alignment to delivery objectives and governance standards
• Supports project intake and pre-planning efforts, including scope framing, estimating, resource alignment, and milestone planning
• Partners with Portfolio Managers, Tech Delivery Teams, and Business Stakeholders to translate business needs into realistic timelines, factoring in resource constraints, technical feasibility, and interdependencies
• Defines and maintains timelines and RAID logs, ensuring visibility and accountability across project phases
• Contributes to portfolio-level planning processes, providing insight into project sequencing, team capacity, and long-range planning considerations
• Manages dependencies, milestones, and cross-team coordination in support of portfolio outcomes
• Coordinates internal teams and external partners to ensure effective planning, execution, and alignment across all phases of the project lifecycle
• Facilitates regular check-ins, status reporting, and project health reviews with stakeholders and leadership
• Tracks performance against defined metrics and timelines, escalating risks and blockers proactively
• Adapts and applies different delivery methodologies (Agile, Hybrid, Waterfall) based on project type and team readiness
• Drives continuous improvement through retrospectives, lessons learned, and feedback loops

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, project management, information systems, computer science, or related field
• 4-8 years of experience in project management, including cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Proven track record of leading technology projects, such as system implementations, platform migrations, or SaaS integrations
• Demonstrated ability to lead structured planning efforts, develop project documentation, and manage timelines, scope, and resources
• Familiarity with multiple delivery approaches (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and the ability to adapt based on project context
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging technical and business stakeholders, including leadership
• High sense of ownership and accountability; able to work independently while navigating ambiguity and driving clarity
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, or Smartsheet
• Comfortable working in a distributed, cross-cultural team environment with stakeholders across time zones
• Demonstrated ability to proactively communicate progress, surface risks early, and take initiative without waiting for direction

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or SAFe certification
• Experience supporting IT portfolio planning or participating in long-range delivery roadmaps
• Exposure to ERP, CRM, or enterprise SaaS ecosystems (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce, Workday)
• Business analysis skills, including requirements gathering, process mapping, and basic data interpretation
• Experience contributing to or refining PMO standards, playbooks, or intake processes
• Familiarity with collaborative work management tools (e.g., ADO, Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence, Microsoft Project)
• Prior experience supporting U.S.-based project teams or clients is a plus

C1 BENEFITS

* 401(k) Plan (35% employer match per dollar up to 10% employee contribution)
* Medical Coverage (3 platforms: UnitedHealthcare, Reference Based Pricing includes comprehensive member advocacy; and Kaiser)
* HSA with + Employer Contribution
* In-vitro Fertility (treatment coverage)
* Dental
* Vision (2 plans: 12-month and 24-month frames allowance)
* FSA Plans (Healthcare, Dependent care and Limited Purpose)
* Pre-tax Commuter Plans
* Employer-paid Life Insurance
* Employer-paid Short + Term Disability
* Long Term Disability (2 plans: Employer-paid and Self-paid with non-taxable claim payments)

* Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks at 100%)
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Voluntary Life Insurance
* Legal/ID Theft Plans
* TeleHealth Options
* Wellness via Omada Health (healthy living solution)
* Travel Assistance
* Business Travel Accident Coverage
* Employer-paid Pet Telehealth
* Accident Insurance
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* Volunteer Time Off

* On Demand Pay (Daily Pay)

Work Environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Environment
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Other Duties/Changes
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by C1.

EEO Statement
C1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For further details please view the Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Pay Range

$90,000 - $120,000

Base pay ranges are estimated. Actual base pay will be based on education, experience, location, certifications, skill set, and any other relevant factors. Incentive/variable pay opportunities are in addition to base pay.

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