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IT Senior Project Manager

DP Professionals Inc
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2026

Job Details

DPP is seeking an IT Senior Project Manager for an opportunity in Columbia, SC.

Work arrangement:
  • Hybrid: Onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and as needed
  • W2 position; 11 months
Position summary:
  • The IT Senior Project Manager is responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work efforts.
  • Responsible for moderate number of work efforts simultaneously that vary from a smaller to a moderate scale, with smaller number of hours to moderate number of hours, and with moderate system impacts and moderate scope and complexity.
  • Adheres to project management processes and methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budgeted hours, adheres to high quality standards, and meets ISSM expectations.
  • Monitors project plans, assignments and work efforts on a daily basis.
  • Ensures resource needs are assigned appropriately and escalates functional, quality, timeline issues.
  • Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans to meet the needs of work effort.
  • Responsible for leading the project from inception to final business acceptance and implementation.
Required technologies:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Projects or similar software and schedule management.
  • Experience in and desire to work in a fast-paced and agile technical environment with the ability to manage shifting priorities, abbreviated timelines and vendor- driven requirements.
  • Able to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, including the ability to present complex technical and business concepts to all stakeholders, including IT and business area representatives.
  • Strong technical, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • Budgeting experience.
  • Experience with agile and waterfall methodologies.
  • One or more active professional certifications: PMP certification, CAPM certification, Scrum Master certification and/or SAFe Scaled Agile Certification.
Minimum required work experience:
  • 5 years of IT experience in a leadership capacity, including 2 years of experience leading two or more concurrent project teams.
  • Completion of the Client Training Program for Project Management may substitute for one year of experience.
Required education/equivalency:
  • Bachelor's degree;
  • OR, Associate degree (any major) and 2 years of job related experience;
  • OR, 4 years of job-related work experience
About the team:
  • The team is a small, agile group of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service to key account clients in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
  • They thrive on adaptability, clear communication, and a shared commitment to excellence. Each team member brings a unique set of skills and perspectives, contributing to a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Their work is driven by the needs of clients, and they pride themselves on being proactive problem-solvers who go above and beyond to meet and exceed expectations.
  • Core Functions:
    • Client Relationship Management: The team serves as the primary point of contact for high-need clients, ensuring consistent communication, proactive engagement, and personalized support.
    • Issue Resolution & Escalation Management: They respond quickly to client concerns, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate with internal teams to drive timely resolutions.
    • Cross-Functional Collaboration: The team works closely with product, operations, and support teams to advocate for client needs and drive strategic initiatives.
Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Kenny at to learn more about this position (#25-00727).

Authorized US Worker - Those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

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