Sr IT Project Manager

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects. Key responsibilities include defining project scope, developing detailed schedules and budgets, managing cross-functional resource plans, performing effective risk management, and preparing and presenting project status reports.

• Daily management of multiple projects or larger scale, complex projects
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget over the project lifecycle
• Create detailed project schedule, manage project resources, and forecast resource utilization throughout the project lifecycle
• Create and manage project budget, providing regular financial updates, as well as forecasted project spend vs. actuals reconciliation
• Perform effective risk management and mitigation activities across all assigned projects
• Manage resource allocation and effectively forecast and allocate project-level resources
• Review and manage change management activities across all assigned projects
• Facilitate support transition and project closure activity steps
• Advocate for strong project management principles and drive adherence to the project management lifecycle

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field, Master’s degree a plus
• 5 years’ experience as Program or Project Manager, preferably in a technology environment
• PMP preferred
• Proven leadership as a Sr. Project Manager with strong project management experience on large, complex projects
• Strong knowledge of budgeting and resource management
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices
• Ability to work globally and with a wide range of individuals
• Excellent time management and organization skills, with the ability to problem-solve effectively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite, portfolio management software (preferably ServiceNow)

Industry-Competitive Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts
• Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is 05/26/2026. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.

Pay Rate or Range: $117,060.00 - $175,600.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.