IT Project Manager

Responsibilities

The IT Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and drive multiple large-scale IT and application deployment projects to successful completion. This role involves managing project plans, budgets, and cross-functional teams while supporting technology implementations in dynamic shipboard environments.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have proven experience managing multiple IT projects simultaneously. The role requires the ability to travel internationally for extended periods and proficiency in project management methodologies.

Skills

• Project management
• Stakeholder communication
• Leadership
• Application deployment
• Risk management
• Resource allocation
• Vendor management
• Process improvement
• Strategic planning
• Problem-solving
• Cross-functional team coordination
• Operational readiness
• Technical documentation
• Budget management
• Agile
• Waterfall

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement account
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off

About this role

IT Project Manager
Req number:
R8834
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
Remote
Who we are
CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated IT Project Manager ready to take us to the next level! If you have strong project management, stakeholder communication, and leadership skills, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.
Job Description
We are looking for an IT Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and drive multiple large IT projects through successful completion while ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational requirements, timelines, and budgets. IT Project Manager will be responsible for supporting new-build cruise ship initiatives and application deployment projects. This position will be an 18-month contract and remote. Extensive international travel is required, including the ability to travel continuously for 5-6 months at a time. Candidates must be willing to work extended hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support project milestones and ship deployment schedules.
Due to contractual requirements associated with this role, this position does not offer work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.
What You'll Do
Manage multiple moderately complex IT projects concurrently from initiation through deployment
Manage 20-40 application deployment projects simultaneously, supporting the implementation of technology solutions across shipboard systems and venues
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, resource allocations, risk logs, and status reports
Partner with Product, Infrastructure, Development, Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, and Operations teams to ensure successful project execution
Coordinate project resources and monitor workload priorities to ensure project deadlines are met
Facilitate communication between technical teams, stakeholders, vendors, and business partners
Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize delays and budget impacts
Review project documentation, deployment plans, testing requirements, operational handoff materials, and implementation activities
Monitor hardware procurement, inventory tracking, and deployment readiness to support project timelines
Lead project status meetings and provide updates regarding schedules, risks, issues, dependencies, and deliverables
Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance project execution, efficiency, and cost savings
Ensure compliance with project management methodologies, company standards, and quality requirements
Support team development and foster collaboration across project teams
Lead hands-on project execution activities and independently drive deliverables through completion
Support technology deployments aboard cruise ships during new-build and dry dock initiatives
Coordinate implementation activities across domestic and international project sites, including shipyards and vessel deployment locations
Support operational readiness, testing, implementation, and deployment activities in dynamic shipboard environments
What You'll Need
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Experience managing multiple IT projects simultaneously within established budgets and timelines
Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
Experience creating and maintaining project plans, resource schedules, risk assessments, and status reporting
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and vendor relationships
Experience facilitating testing, deployment, implementation, and operational readiness activities
Proficiency with project management tools and reporting systems
High-energy, self-motivated, and proactive approach with the ability to thrive in fast-paced project environments
Hands-on project management experience with application development, software deployment, or enterprise application implementation projects
Ability to independently execute project activities and deliver results without relying solely on delegation
Ability and willingness to travel internationally for extended periods, including continuous travel assignments lasting up to 5-6 months at a time
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, deployment schedules, and operational demands
Valid travel documents
Preferred:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
Cruise line industry experience
Experience supporting ship new-build programs and/or dry dock initiatives
Experience managing infrastructure, software deployment, or enterprise technology projects
Experience in logistics, hardware deployment, inventory management, or large-scale implementation initiatives
Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project delivery methodologies
Experience supporting operational technology environments, hospitality, travel, maritime, cruise, or related industries
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings and project activities
Ability to work aboard operational vessels, new-build ships, and...

About CAI

Professional Services · 5,001-10,000 employees · headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania · founded 1981