Sr. Software Project Manager

Boston based investment firm is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager with a background in IT, Software, and Infrastructure to lead complex technology initiatives across the firm. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and driving execution of multi-disciplinary IT projects including data center launches, global networking, vendor implementations, application development, internal technology initiatives, and office buildouts. The ideal candidate combines strong project management discipline with the ability to understand technical dependencies, frame tradeoffs clearly, and drive accountability across teams.

In Office Expectations:

3-4 days per week

Key Responsibilities:

Program \& Project Leadership

• Lead end-to-end execution of infrastructure and IT initiatives and develop clear project charters, milestones, risk assessments, and success criteria.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across Technology, Software, Operations, Finance, Legal, external vendors.
• Translate technical constraints and risks into actionable plans and executive-level summaries.
• Run structured sprint planning, daily standups, stakeholder meetings, and executive updates.
• Partner with Engineering to clarify requirements and define realistic timelines.
• Drive structured documentation in Jira/Confluence (or equivalent platforms).
• Ensure projects move beyond logistics into technically grounded execution.

Operational Excellence

• Develop standardized project templates and reporting dashboards.
• Improve documentation, onboarding/offboarding processes, and internal IT workflows.
• Track metrics (throughput, completion rates, resource allocation) to drive continuous improvement.
• Reduce key-person risk through process discipline and transparency.

Vendor \& Contract Management

• Own lifecycle management of IT vendors (invoicing, contracts, renewals, performance tracking).
• Coordinate with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance and cost control.
• Assist in sourcing and vetting new vendors and service providers.

Team Coordination \& Mentorship

• Facilitate collaboration between Help Desk, IT Systems, and Cybersecurity functions.
• Help junior team members structure projects and articulate milestones.
• Maintain a high-trust environment by promoting accountability and ownership.

Qualifications:

• 7\+ years of experience in IT project or program management.
• Experience leading projects across infrastructure, AI, networking, cloud, data centers, etc.
• Strong familiarity with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, identity management, networking, security.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar project management tools.
• ScrumMaster, ITIL, or similar certifications a plus.