IT Project Manager

University of South CarolinaColumbia, South Carolina, US

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Job Summary

Spend your days enjoying one of the most beautiful university campuses in America at the University of South Carolina, located in the vibrant capital city of one of the nations fastest-growing states. Join us in transforming how the Division of Information Technology delivers value across campus. As a Gamecock, youll be part of a strategic and talented team within the Program Management Officehelping to lead innovative technology projects that shape student experiences, academic research, and administrative operations. If youre ready to make a difference, USC offers the perfect blend of purpose, pace, and professional growth.

As an IT Project Manager in the Division of ITs Program Management Office, youll be responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of cross-functional technology projects that directly support the universitys mission. Youll collaborate with business units and technical teams to deliver projects on time and within scopewhile applying sound project management practices, stakeholder communication, and risk management strategies. This role operates with a high degree of independence and has visibility across all levels of the organization.

Lead the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, including planning, execution, and closeout
Serve as the primary liaison between business units, technical teams, and leadership
Monitor timelines, budgets, risks, and scope; maintain transparency through regular status reporting
Contribute to continuous improvement of project management tools, templates, and standards

What We Are Looking For :

Bachelors degree in a related field and at least 2 years of project management or IT experience

Proven ability to lead cross-functional project teams and communicate with stakeholders at all levels

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, PMI)

Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills

Why Join Us?

You will deliver meaningful projects that shape USCs digital future.

Collaborate with innovative and mission-driven colleagues.

Enjoy a role with high visibility and the opportunity to make lasting impact.

Be part of a team that values initiative, integrity, and collaboration.

Perks of USC :

Downtown COLA Location : Enjoy working in the heart of Columbia, SC, with easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events.

Energetic Leadership : Thrive under the guidance of an energetic and innovative leadership team dedicated to transforming IT at USC, making your role impactful and exciting.

State Insurance Benefits : faculty and staff, including those on research grants and time-limited positions, working 30+ hours per week are eligible for state and supplemental insurance benefits.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelors degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and / or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure / Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

Three or more years of IT experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving

A minimum of two years of demonstrated competency in a junior or assistant project management role involving the execution of multiple projects or a large project

Three or more years of BU or BU-facing experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving

Experience in leading a team

Experience and ability in using soft skills or people skills

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to lead and motivate others; ability to empathize and knowledge of personality types.

Ability to adapt to new circumstances in a changing business environment.

Familiarity with project management methodologies (for example, that of the Project Management Institute, PRINCE2 and Agile approaches).

Sensitivity to working in a political environment and to interacting with senior leadership.

Knowledge of project-planning tools.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.

Distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills. This blend is vital because it is a highly visible position with substantial impact.

Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment where this role may not directly control resources.

Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.

Good understanding of current and emerging technologies, and of how other enterprises are using them to drive digital business.

Ability to develop and execute a project resource plan that ensures that the right people are in the right place doing the right things at the right time.

Job Duties Job Duty Project Planning, Leadership, and Execution

Lead the successful delivery of single or multiple complex IT projects by developing comprehensive project plans that define scope, deliverables, timelines, milestones, and resource needs. Analyze project proposals to assess feasibility, risk, funding constraints, and alignment with institutional goals. Establish structured work plans, guide project iterations or phases, and coordinate all tasks required to move initiatives from initiation through closeout. Apply dynamic change management as needed to maintain alignment with business value in evolving environments. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, business units, and university leadership. Develop and implement communication plans to manage expectations, maintain transparency, and ensure timely updates on progress, risks, milestones, and decisions. Prepare and deliver regular status reports and presentations, including weekly summaries and monthly portfolio reviews. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in the system of record, and ensure that key metrics and issues are communicated across all levels of the organization. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Resource Coordination and Budget Management

Collaborate with functional managers and resource owners to manage financial resources required for project execution. Monitor budgets and expenditures to ensure alignment with funding constraints and institutional policies. Adjust resource allocations as needed to maintain project momentum and deliver value efficiently within financial limits. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Quality Assurance, Risk Mitigation, and Process Improvement

Conduct risk assessments and proactively develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project success and ensure optimal outcomes. Monitor and evaluate the quality and consistency of project outputs to ensure alignment with Division standards and stakeholder needs. Continuously benchmark project management performance and actively contribute to process improvement by engaging in PMO-led training, knowledge sharing, and refinement of project documentation standards. Maintain project records and support the continuous evolution of project management practices across the division. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Other

Other duties as assigned may include, but are not restricted to, completing designated projects originating through internal resource planning and demand processes. Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Posting Detail Information

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