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IT Sr Project Manager

Maxar Technologies

Westminster, CO
Full Time
Senior
104k-174k
19 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Maxar is currently seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to join our team in Westminster. This role is pivotal for our organization, leading critical enterprise-wide initiatives focused on large business application transformations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects involving Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and/or Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) implementations, and will serve as a key leader within our current IT Project Management Office (PMO) team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead End-to-End Project Lifecycles: Drive the planning, execution, and successful delivery of large-scale enterprise business application implementations (ERP, CRM, HRIS).
  • Strategic Project Planning: Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with, influence, and manage expectations of all project stakeholders, including executive leadership, business users, and technical teams.
  • Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans to ensure project success.
  • Budget and Resource Management: Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and allocate resources efficiently to optimize project outcomes.
  • Vendor Management: Oversee and manage relationships with third-party vendors and consultants involved in implementations.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement best practices for project management methodologies within the PMO, contributing to continuous improvement.
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to other project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Reporting & Communication: Provide regular, clear, and concise project status reports to all relevant stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and next steps.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on leading large-scale enterprise business application implementations (ERP, CRM, HRIS).
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and be willing and able to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
  • Demonstrated expertise in large business application transformation projects, showcasing a deep understanding of the complexities involved.
  • Proven success in a leadership role within a PMO, with the ability to influence and guide project management best practices.

Nice to Have

  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and proficiency with project management tools.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in project management, especially with enterprise business applications.

Benefits & Perks

  • Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K, with matching and immediate vesting
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Options
  • FTO, 10 Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Flexible Hours, Hybrid work options
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
  • Pet Insurance
  • And More!

Working at Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our strength is in our people, and each team member makes a unique contribution to our collective mission.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 9, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary104k-174k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Maxar Technologies

Website

maxar.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Westminster, CO

Industry

Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services

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