PMO Partners, LLC

Manage complex IT application development projects ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget, using Waterfall methodology. | Requires 8+ years of project management experience in application development, strong SDLC knowledge, and experience with Waterfall methodology. | Senior IT Project Manager – Application Development (Contract) Locations: Hybrid in one of the following locations: Purchase, NY; NYC, NY; Garden City, NY; Morristown, NJ; Conshohocken, PA, Alpharetta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL Onsite 3 days per week. The Senior IT Project Manager is responsible for managing complex IT initiatives, with a strong focus on application development and system integration projects, using structured Waterfall methodology. This role manages projects on a day-to-day basis in alignment with established Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) standards, ensuring successful delivery across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. Important: Candidates must have a detailed resume that clearly reflects hands-on experience leading application development projects, with explicit use of Waterfall methodology. Resumes should include specific project examples demonstrating ownership of end-to-end delivery across PMLC and SDLC phases. Responsibilities • Perform project management duties for complex IT projects in accordance with Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes, including: • * Perform day-to-day management of all project phases to ensure deliverables are completed on time and within budget. • Coordinate all project activities with IT project team members and business owners/stakeholders. • Track performance against project objectives and develop corrective strategies when objectives are not being met. • Create, manage, and maintain project charters, schedules, risk management plans, communication plans, project budgets, gate reviews, and all related project documentation. • Work with project team members and management to secure appropriate resources and funding. • Coordinate closely with project stakeholders to define and manage project scope and schedules. • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs, processes, and data sources. • Partner with business analysts and architects to translate business needs into clearly documented, detailed requirements and functional specifications. • Provide regular project status updates and maintain metrics to ensure transparency into delivery progress and team performance. • Manage external vendors and hold them accountable for scope, schedule, and delivery commitments. • Identify, manage, and coordinate cross-project dependencies. • Communicate with executive leadership regarding project status, risks, issues, and impacts to strategic direction. • Ensure all projects comply with audit, governance, and regulatory requirements. • Complete additional projects and assignments as required. Qualifications • B.A. or B.S. degree required. • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred but not required. • CPCU designation or advanced degree is a plus but not required. Required Skills • 8+ years of project management experience delivering complex application development and data integration projects. • Demonstrated experience managing mid-sized to large IT integration projects independently. • Strong, detailed knowledge of project management frameworks and software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies. • Proven experience applying Waterfall project delivery methodology; experience with Agile and Hybrid methodologies is also required. • Ability to translate business requirements into actionable IT deliverables. • Multi-disciplinary IT knowledge with proven systems deployment experience. • Expertise across requirements definition, testing, and implementation processes. • Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools such as MS Project, Planview, SharePoint, or similar platforms. • Career experience within Commercial Insurance environments is preferred. • Strong facilitation skills with the ability to lead cross-functional discussions and drive outcomes in a matrixed environment. • Strong vendor and stakeholder management capabilities. Preferred Skills • Highly detail-oriented and extremely organized. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and managerial skills. • Excellent business planning, prioritization, and time-management abilities. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively identify risks to project timelines. • Strong written and verbal business communication skills. • Ability to work across organizational boundaries and bring together diverse perspectives to drive solutions. • Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

Lead and overhaul vendor management processes post-acquisition, design scalable frameworks, and partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment and efficiency. | Extensive procurement/vendor management experience, process development, contract negotiation skills, project management expertise, and experience with post-acquisition vendor integration. | Our client needs a sharp, results-driven vendor management expert to take ownership of vendors and deliver outcomes. With a recent significant acquisition, and with the merging of two companies comes duplication, chaos, and an endless list of actions. This role is critical for the organization as we move forward. We need someone who can make an impact quickly. If you thrive in a high-energy, no-nonsense environment where action is valued over endless discussions, we want to talk to you. Who You Are: You’re a strategic thinker and a hands-on executor. You don’t wait for instructions—you assess, act, and adjust as needed. You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup-like environment where things aren’t always perfectly structured (yet). You ask the right questions, make informed decisions, and don’t need constant direction. If you’re excited by the idea of building something scalable from the ground up and leaving a lasting impact, this role is for you. What You’ll Do: ● Take the lead in cleaning up and overhauling our vendor management process post-acquisition. ● Focus on upcoming renewals and vendors that do not currently have a known renewal date. ● Assess existing vendor management processes and pinpoint inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities. ● Design and implement a streamlined, scalable vendor management framework that balances compliance, cost-efficiency, and operational needs. ● Develop clear, actionable policies for vendor selection, onboarding, and management. ● Partner with finance, compliance, legal, and the Integration Management Office (IMO) to ensure alignment. ● Establish KPIs to measure vendor performance and vendor management effectiveness. ● Partner with leadership to ensure vendor management aligns with company goals and growth strategy. ● Provide training and documentation to support a smooth transition and long-term adoption. What You Bring to the Table: ● Extensive experience in procurement, vendor management, or supply chain leadership. ● A strong track record in process development, contract negotiation, and vendor evaluation. ● A sharp eye for inefficiencies and the ability to build better systems from scratch. ● Project management expertise—because overhauling a process requires clear planning and execution. ● Exceptional communication skills—you’ll be working cross-functionally with leadership and teams across the organization. ● Must Have: Experience with post-acquisition vendor integration. This is a high-impact role where you’ll leave behind a lasting legacy. If you’re ready to step in, optimize, and make an immediate difference, let’s talk.

Lead and manage IT integration activities for M&A projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks, budgets, and timelines, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. | 8+ years IT project management with M&A focus, strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills, experience with multiple delivery methodologies, vendor management, and a BA/BS degree. | Acceptable Office Locations: Purchase, NY; New York, NY; Morristown, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Charlotte, NC; Boston, MA We will consider fully remote candidates for this position if they are located on the upper east coast. However, if the candidate is already close to a local office, they will be required to work in that office on the hybrid schedule of a minimum of three days per week in the office. ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead and oversee IT integration activities for merger and acquisitions (M&A) projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering seamless IT integrations between merging organizations, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and alignment with strategic business objectives. This role requires expertise in managing complex IT projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business leaders, and external stakeholders. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES IT Integration Planning and Execution: Develop and maintain detailed IT integration plans, timelines, and budgets for M&A projects. Oversee the seamless integration of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure between organizations. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with business units, IT teams, and M&A stakeholders to align IT integration strategies with business goals. Act as the primary point of contact for IT-related activities during the M&A process. Project Management: Execute PMLC activities to manage day-to-day project activities, track progress, manage risks, and communicate project status to stakeholders. Manage cross-functional teams to deliver IT integration tasks on time and within budget. Conduct regular status meetings and ensure the project team stays on track. Identify potential risks and issues during the IT integration process and develop mitigation strategies. Coordinate ITs role in the change management activities. Post-Integration Support: Monitor the performance of integrated IT systems and address any post-integration issues. Conduct post-mortem evaluations to identify lessons learned and opportunities for future improvements. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of IT project management with a focus on M&A or IT integration projects. Detailed knowledge of project management (PMLC), software development life cycle (SDLC) implementation methodologies. Proven track record of managing large-scale IT integrations across multiple regions or business units. 3+ years experience within Commercial Insurance. Strong facilitation skills with the ability to effectively manage cross-functional team discussions and bridge business and IT priorities. Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships, ensuring alignment between IT deliverables and business objectives. Strong management skills with an ability to achieve results in a matrix management environment, fostering collaboration and accountability. Ability to translate complex business needs into actionable IT deliverables, including AI-based solutions Skilled in applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project-delivery methodologies for traditional initiatives. Possess multi-disciplinary information technology knowledge with proven systems integration experience, including AI technologies, data pipelines, and infrastructure. Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools (e.g., MS Project). Experience with change management and risk management strategies. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Proficiency in managing vendor relationships. Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and maintain focus on both the big picture and finer details. Strong analytical, managerial, and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes. Ability to handle multiple priorities, proactively identify risks to project timelines, and develop effective mitigation strategies. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms and vice versa. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across organizational boundaries and bring together diverse perspectives to find solutions. Proficient in fostering collaboration between IT and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and mutual understanding of goals and objectives. Strong personal time-management skills, with the ability to meet individual and team deadlines in high-pressure environments. Team player who works effectively with both technical and business resources, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared accountability. Skilled at facilitating discussions between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure mutual understanding and alignment. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS B.A. / B.S. degree. Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus but not required.