Senior IT Project Manager

Patterson Companies, Inc.

Senior IT Project Manager overseeing critical projects throughout the project lifecycle at Patterson Companies. Leading project management initiatives while ensuring quality and budget compliance in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeST PAUL • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $96,500 - $128,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale projects through all lifecycle stages, ensuring alignment with scope, quality, budget, and schedule. Proficient in risk management, stakeholder communication, and utilizing project management methodologies to drive successful outcomes.

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Project ManagementRisk Mitigation StrategiesCross-Department CollaborationProject Management ToolsBachelor’s Degree in Relevant Field

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk ManagementProject PlanningBudget ManagementQuality AssuranceTask AssignmentProject Lifecycle ManagementCollaborationProblem-SolvingDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-DirectionPositive Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsProject Methodologies

Industry Keywords

IT ProjectsNon-IT ProjectsInternational Project ManagementFunctional IntegrationStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage large and/or critical projects throughout all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through closure.
Lead and direct high-priority projects, which often require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration.
Ensure projects are completed that meet desired scope, quality, budget, and schedule.
Create and update detailed project plans that outline specific tasks that need to be accomplished to ensure successfully deployed initiatives.
Assign tasks and manage their progress to completion, documenting significant variations from originally estimated costs.
Follow established project methodology when creating project plans and implementing solutions.
Negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel, when required.
Provide leadership and support by working with project sponsors and workgroups to analyze information, document critical processes, and identify improvement opportunities.
Identify areas of risk, escalate as appropriate, and develop risk mitigation strategies and implement mitigation actions for the risks identified.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or area of functional responsibility preferred, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
At least 8 years of Project Management experience.
Experience using project management tools and methodologies, and a proven ability to develop successful collaborative working relationships with a variety of industries.
Ability to effectively communicate with business leaders and collaborate with cross-department representatives.
Ability to manage projects of any type (IT and non-IT) and projects with international components.
Proven success managing large projects (12-18 months in duration) with multiple cross-department ties (IT and business).
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, conflicting priorities and schedules simultaneously, meeting all deadlines.
Strong customer service skills, sense of urgency responding to internal and external customers.
Attention to detail producing high-quality work products.
Ability to take direction from several individuals and be self-directed.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong positive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Demonstrate best practices in professional relationships.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and critical thinking.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 0-10% if required for project success.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Educational Assistance Program
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)
Patterson Perks Program