IT Project Manager

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. With over 40 years of excellence, we unite talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we create tailor-made solutions that deliver lasting results across the public and commercial sectors and are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

About the role

We are looking for an IT Project Manager to support planning and execution of large-scale IT operational fleet (shipboard) projects. This is a contract, onsite position in Miramar, FL. Due to legal and contractual requirements, this role is direct employment with CAI and does not offer work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support planning of large-scale IT operational fleet projects from inception through handoff to the Deployment Team
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across business and IT stakeholders
• Manage expectations, scope definition, scope changes, and documentation
• Assist with budget validation, procurement processes, and vendor coordination
• Participate in design discussions and ensure proper documentation and sign-offs
• Communicate with senior leadership through meetings and formal presentations
• Develop and maintain project schedules and timelines
• Align project deliverables with IT strategic technology and process goals
• Support logistics planning and execution for complex IT deployments
• Contribute to a collaborative, IT culture-driven team environment

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in project management
• Understanding of project methodologies in a Waterfall environment
• Familiarity with enterprise technologies and their applications
• Strong communication skills, including presentations and stakeholder management
• Experience with procurement processes and vendor coordination
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex project scopes
• Strong problem-solving and issue resolution skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt within a complex project environment
• Ability to travel internationally up to 10–20%

Qualifications

• PMP certification (preferred)
• Previous shipboard or maritime experience (preferred)
• Experience working on large, complex IT projects (preferred)
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project or similar (preferred)
• Knowledge of logistics and operational complexities (preferred)
• Leadership capabilities including team building, coaching, and performance support (preferred)
• Ability to lead by example within an IT culture-driven environment (preferred)

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work involving sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around the office for meetings
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Pay

$60–$65 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on location, experience, and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement account access
• Paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law