Senior IT Project Manager: 25-00218

HYBRID – SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER Location; Newport Beach, CA (4 days on site) JOB DESCRIPTION This role leads business-as-usual (BAU) operations, manages incident resolution, delivers small to medium IT projects, and drives Agile transformation within a cross-functional environment. The position partners with Finance, Enterprise Technology, and external service providers to implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency, reduce recurring issues, eliminate non-value-added work, improve global service delivery, and enable data-driven financial decision-making.Manage end-to-end IT projects and day-to-day BAU operations.Oversee incident management, root cause analysis, and timely resolution of production issues.Provide executive summaries and escalate critical issues promptly to leadership.Ensure the team focuses on the right priorities and eliminates non-value-added work.Reduce recurring issues, inefficiencies, and waste through process optimization.Lead Agile ceremonies and ensure quality in user stories.Maintain data integrity for reporting in Azure DevOps (ADO).Utilize expertise in PeopleSoft Financials, Oracle Cloud Applications, and SDLC.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESBAU Operations and Incident ManagementOversee day-to-day Finance IT operations, ensuring stability and performance of critical systems.Manage incident response, including triage, RCA, and resolution to minimize business disruption.Provide timely executive summaries of major incidents and escalate critical issues to leadership.Identify and eliminate non-value-added work, recurring issues, and inefficiencies through process optimization and automation.Track and report on incident trends, implementing preventive measures and continuous improvement.Strategic Project LeadershipOwn end-to-end delivery of Finance IT initiatives, from planning through deployment, ensuring alignment with business priorities and technology strategy.Drive Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives) and foster a culture of continuous improvement.Ensure the team is working on the right priorities, balancing BAU and project commitments effectively.Lead cross-functional teams and external vendors to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.Governance and Delivery ExcellenceDevelop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including WBS, sprint schedules, and dashboards.Ensure PMO rigor through standardized documentation, governance, and compliance with enterprise frameworks.Maintain audit-ready documentation in centralized repositories (Azure DevOps, SharePoint).Risk and Issue ManagementProactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and blockers to maintain project momentum.Implement scalable solutions that support critical timelines and evolving business needs.Reporting and InsightsDeliver executive-level reporting through KPIs, dashboards, and concise summaries.Ensure data quality and integrity for reporting in ADO and other systems.QUALIFICATIONSProven success in Agile delivery and Scrum leadership across distributed teams.Strong track record of managing external vendors and application service providers.Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.Ability to navigate ambiguity, drive consensus, and lead through influence.Demonstrate sound judgment and strong critical analytical skills for effective decision-making.MUST HAVE:10 years of experience managing BAU and complex IT projects, ideally within Finance or Enterprise Applications.Deep expertise in SDLC methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid) and ability to tailor approaches for project needs.Hands-on experience with PeopleSoft Financials and Oracle Cloud Fusion Applications.Proficiency in ServiceNow, Azure DevOps, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams.Proven success in Agile delivery and Scrum leadership across distributed teams.Strong track record of managing external vendors and application service providers.NICE TO HAVE:Certifications: PMP and Agile/Scrum Master (CSM, SAFe, or equivalent) strongly preferred. Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.Company DescriptionPlatinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.

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