Job Description
Job Description
Position: IT Project Manager II
Duration: 12 Months
Location: 3535 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243
Client: Southern Company Services.
Position Summary
The IT Project Manager II is responsible for leading cross-functional technology initiatives and ensuring IT practices remain aligned with evolving business needs. This role oversees the full project lifecycle—from concept through implementation—while driving collaboration across technical and product teams.
The ideal candidate is highly analytical, organized, and experienced in Agile project delivery, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-impact technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead cross-functional delivery of technology initiatives
Manage projects from initiation through implementation
Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, and project lifecycle activities
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives
Scope & Planning
Define project scope, goals, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements
Develop detailed project plans and task breakdowns
Collaborate with product and technical teams to prioritize workstreams
Break down complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives into structured execution plans
Risk & Dependency Management
Identify cross-team dependencies and project risks
Develop and execute mitigation plans
Escalate critical issues appropriately
Stakeholder Communication
Provide clear visibility into project status and progress
Maintain transparent reporting for leadership and stakeholders
Facilitate effective negotiation and alignment across teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field
3–5 years of IT project management experience
Experience leading Agile or hybrid technology projects
Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, track, and deliver results
Experience facilitating sprint planning and stand-up meetings
Preferred Qualifications
PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification
Experience managing multi-disciplinary technology initiatives
Familiarity with project management tools (JIRA, MS Project, etc.)