IP Corporation
Senior IT Project Manager
Vadnais Heights, MN
What is IP Corporation:
IP Corporation is a family-owned chemical manufacturing company with over seven decades of innovation and growth. Through our four operating companies-Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products-we deliver industry-leading gel coats, resins, and composite materials to global markets. With a culture rooted in collaboration and modernization, we are committed to building a workplace where people and innovation thrive.
What you'll do as a Senior IT Project Manager:
The
Senior IT Project Manager (Sr. PM)
is responsible for establishing and embedding a
project management methodology
for IP Corporation's Information Technology function while also leading
large-scale, business-critical technology projects . This role will be accountable for defining best practices, governance frameworks, and templates that bring consistency, structure, and excellence to project delivery.
You will partner with executives, business sponsors, and IT leaders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business value, while also serving as a mentor and leader for project management discipline across the organization.
What you can expect to do as a Senior IT Project Manager:
Project Management Leadership Establish and maintain a
project management methodology
tailored for IP Corporation, leveraging Agile, Lean, Waterfall, Hybrid, and ITIL 4 practices. Develop and maintain
standardized templates, governance frameworks, and best practices
to drive consistency and excellence in project execution. Partner with the CIO to support
portfolio-level reporting, prioritization, and resource allocation
across strategic initiatives. Large-Scale Project Delivery
Define and lead
core business application projects
in partnership with IT and business leadership, ensuring initiatives align with corporate strategy. Manage both
enhancement workflows and enterprise-scale IT initiatives , ensuring proper prioritization and resourcing. Translate business strategies into clear
project objectives, roadmaps, release plans, and documentation . Oversee testing, validation, deployment, and
post-go-live support (Hypercare)
to ensure long-term project success. Risk, Compliance & Value Management
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate
risks
including scope, compliance, regulatory, and security risks. Ensure all deliverables meet
functional requirements, performance standards, and user acceptance criteria . Manage
project budgets , including forecasting, tracking, and reporting on financial performance. Measure and communicate the
business value
delivered by projects to stakeholders. Collaboration & Mentorship
Act as a
primary liaison
to executive sponsors, department heads, and technical leaders, ensuring transparency and alignment. Provide leadership and mentorship to
project managers, analysts, and business partners , embedding project discipline across the IT organization. What we are looking for in a Senior IT Project Manager:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 7+ years
of IT and business project management experience with a proven track record leading
large-scale, complex initiatives . Strong knowledge of
multiple project management methodologies
(Agile, Lean, Waterfall, Hybrid, ITIL 4) with the ability to select and apply the right approach. Experience translating
business strategies into actionable project objectives, roadmaps, and release plans . Proven success working with
executive leadership, business sponsors, and technical stakeholders . Strong
risk management expertise , including regulatory, compliance, and security considerations. Experience with
budget management, forecasting, and value measurement
of projects. Proficiency in project management tools such as
MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent . Excellent organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience with
systems in manufacturing environments . Knowledge of
ERP systems
such as Oracle, SAP, or Infor. Why IP Corporation?
Positive, challenging, and supportive work environment. Competitive benefits, including dental, vision, generous PTO, 401(k) with company match and more. Freedom to innovate and make a difference in a
values-driven company . Opportunity to establish and embed
enterprise-wide project management discipline.
Pay Transparency Range:
$117,682.00 - $147,405.00
Vadnais Heights, MN
What is IP Corporation:
IP Corporation is a family-owned chemical manufacturing company with over seven decades of innovation and growth. Through our four operating companies-Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products-we deliver industry-leading gel coats, resins, and composite materials to global markets. With a culture rooted in collaboration and modernization, we are committed to building a workplace where people and innovation thrive.
What you'll do as a Senior IT Project Manager:
The
Senior IT Project Manager (Sr. PM)
is responsible for establishing and embedding a
project management methodology
for IP Corporation's Information Technology function while also leading
large-scale, business-critical technology projects . This role will be accountable for defining best practices, governance frameworks, and templates that bring consistency, structure, and excellence to project delivery.
You will partner with executives, business sponsors, and IT leaders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business value, while also serving as a mentor and leader for project management discipline across the organization.
What you can expect to do as a Senior IT Project Manager:
Project Management Leadership Establish and maintain a
project management methodology
tailored for IP Corporation, leveraging Agile, Lean, Waterfall, Hybrid, and ITIL 4 practices. Develop and maintain
standardized templates, governance frameworks, and best practices
to drive consistency and excellence in project execution. Partner with the CIO to support
portfolio-level reporting, prioritization, and resource allocation
across strategic initiatives. Large-Scale Project Delivery
Define and lead
core business application projects
in partnership with IT and business leadership, ensuring initiatives align with corporate strategy. Manage both
enhancement workflows and enterprise-scale IT initiatives , ensuring proper prioritization and resourcing. Translate business strategies into clear
project objectives, roadmaps, release plans, and documentation . Oversee testing, validation, deployment, and
post-go-live support (Hypercare)
to ensure long-term project success. Risk, Compliance & Value Management
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate
risks
including scope, compliance, regulatory, and security risks. Ensure all deliverables meet
functional requirements, performance standards, and user acceptance criteria . Manage
project budgets , including forecasting, tracking, and reporting on financial performance. Measure and communicate the
business value
delivered by projects to stakeholders. Collaboration & Mentorship
Act as a
primary liaison
to executive sponsors, department heads, and technical leaders, ensuring transparency and alignment. Provide leadership and mentorship to
project managers, analysts, and business partners , embedding project discipline across the IT organization. What we are looking for in a Senior IT Project Manager:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 7+ years
of IT and business project management experience with a proven track record leading
large-scale, complex initiatives . Strong knowledge of
multiple project management methodologies
(Agile, Lean, Waterfall, Hybrid, ITIL 4) with the ability to select and apply the right approach. Experience translating
business strategies into actionable project objectives, roadmaps, and release plans . Proven success working with
executive leadership, business sponsors, and technical stakeholders . Strong
risk management expertise , including regulatory, compliance, and security considerations. Experience with
budget management, forecasting, and value measurement
of projects. Proficiency in project management tools such as
MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent . Excellent organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience with
systems in manufacturing environments . Knowledge of
ERP systems
such as Oracle, SAP, or Infor. Why IP Corporation?
Positive, challenging, and supportive work environment. Competitive benefits, including dental, vision, generous PTO, 401(k) with company match and more. Freedom to innovate and make a difference in a
values-driven company . Opportunity to establish and embed
enterprise-wide project management discipline.
Pay Transparency Range:
$117,682.00 - $147,405.00