• Planet project managers deliver a wide range of technical projects. • Leading a diverse IT project team comprised of engineers with expertise in different subject matter areas, architects, cloud strategists, and project managers from initiation to production implementation. • Creating, managing, and controlling project schedules and all required activities to ensure alignment with multiple schedules and requirements across all workstreams. • Develops and implements risk assessment, change management, quality assurance, performance, and control measures to ensure completion of projects in accordance with established standards, schedules, and budget parameters. • Regularly meet with internal and external stakeholders to gather, prioritize, and refine requirements to discuss ongoing work, discuss opportunities and address any challenges.

• Lead the intake and scoping process for new VPP programs — from initial concept through operational design and implementation plan. • Proactively communicate program risks upward — translating technical and operational blockers into clear risk narratives for leadership, with recommended mitigations and decision asks. • Define success metrics, tracking frameworks, and performance baselines before launch, so every program is instrumented from day one. • Partner with commercial and technical teams to translate financial assumptions into operational requirements. • Document program architecture — SOPs, runbooks, process flows — in shared knowledge systems so client-facing and technical teams can operate independently. • Drive implementation and delivery readiness across commercial and technical teams — owning the critical path, tracking dependencies, and surfacing risks early. • Develop and maintain scalable processes for standard program implementations while owning bespoke scoping for non-standard or first-of-kind programs — building the framework that turns edge cases into repeatable playbooks. • Manage programs across all phases from intake and scoping through testing, go-live, and steady-state handoff. • Serve as the primary internal point of contact for commercial teams during program build and launch; coordinate with Client Success, who owns the external client relationship. • Facilitate formal launch reviews and ensure all cross-functional sign-offs are completed before a program goes live; synthesize inputs into exec-ready summaries for leadership go/no-go decisions. • Assess and escalate program risks based on development activities across teams. • Define clear handoff criteria from launch to steady state — ensuring downstream teams have everything they need to run and track programs independently. Support program management activities as needed to support bridge to steady state. • Define, scope, and document the dashboards, timelines, and performance tracking mechanisms that downstream analysts will inherit — optimizing for efficiency, visibility, and consistent execution quality. • Define and own post-launch health checks — including structured feedback mechanisms from partners and internal teams — to inform continuous improvement of the implementation model. • Own and maintain business SOPs, runbooks, and process documentation for every program you launch — written to audit-ready standards. • Train client-facing and commercial teams on new program processes; incorporate their feedback into finalized documentation. • Contribute to the intake process for new programs — triaging non-standard requests and routing to the appropriate teams.

• Lead the end-to-end management of fiber optic splicing projects, including new builds, network expansions, and repairs. • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. • Conduct site assessments, review engineering design packages (EDPs), and validate technical feasibility. • Oversee installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure alignment with specifications. • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain delivery timelines and quality standards. • Provide technical direction on fusion and mechanical splicing for single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber. • Supervise OTDR, OLTS, and power meter testing, ensuring data accuracy and certification integrity. • Analyze OTDR traces, loss budgets, and test results for quality assurance. • Support root cause analysis for faults or defects, implementing corrective and preventive actions. • Stay current with emerging fiber optic technologies, testing methodologies, and equipment advancements. • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams including splicing technicians, engineers, and subcontractors. • Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all operational protocols. • Mentor team members and foster professional development across field operations. • Act as the key liaison between internal departments, vendors, and clients to maintain communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. • Enforce QA/QC standards through regular inspections and audits. • Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, contractual obligations, and industry benchmarks (ITU, FOA, BICSI). • Manage project documentation, including test results, as-built records, and handover packs. • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety policies and environmental standards. • Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and resource utilization. • Track progress against KPIs, milestones, and SLAs. • Deliver regular project reports, dashboards, and performance summaries to senior management and stakeholders. • Support post-project reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Title: IT Project Manager III (ETE) Location: United States Job Description: Posting Numberreq25992 DepartmentIT Professional Services LocationTo Be Determined AddressUSA Position Highlights The University of Arizona's Information Technology Services (UITS) invites you to apply to the role of IT Project Manager III. University Information Technology Services (UITS) is the University of Arizona’s central technology organization. UITS delivers enterprise and specialized technology services that support students, faculty, researchers, staff, and campus partners. Through innovation, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to accessibility and continuous improvement, UITS supports the evolving needs of a leading research university and the communities it serves. The project manager will lead cross functional projects in University Information Technology Services (UITS) division. The project manager is the single point of contact who oversees all aspects of the development and implementation of projects including detailed work plans, schedules, estimates, project deliverables and status reports. This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position. Candidates working anywhere in the U.S. may be considered for a remote assignment. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities - Develops and executes comprehensive project plans for multiple complex IT projects to establish clear objectives, milestones, and strategic resource requirements for the organization. - Mitigates project risks and issues by implementing innovative risk management strategies and solutions to maintain project timelines and deliverables. - Manages project documentation, including schedules, status reports, and decision logs using standardized methodologies and tools to provide transparency and consistency for stakeholders. - Manages stakeholder expectations and collaborates with organization leads to ensure project expectations are communicated. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Ability to lead, motivate, and assign tasks to team members, fostering a collaborative environment. - Strong verbal and written skills for negotiating with stakeholders, reporting progress, and management expectations. - Ability to manage project schedules and set milestones to ensure on-time delivery. - Ability to proactively identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and solving issues to keep projects on track. - Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Jira, Smartsheets) and industry-specific methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum). This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. - Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in Higher Education. - Experience leading Network Operations projects focused on network equipment replacement. - Experience leading CyberSecurity Operations projects focused on creating and implementing cybersecurity standards governance plan. - Experience leading IT projects across multiple disciplines including networking, support and system analyst teams. FLSAExempt Full Time/Part TimeFull Time Number of Hours Worked per Week40 Job FTE1.0 Work CalendarFiscal Job CategoryInformation Technology Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay$86,870 - $112,932 Compensation Typesalary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade11 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. The grade range for this position is $86,870 – $138,993. Each unit typically sets starting pay between the minimum and midpoint upon hire as reflected in the Rate of Pay field above. Career Stream and LevelPC3 Job FamilyIT Project Mgmt Job FunctionInformation Technology Type of criminal background check required:Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties) Number of Vacancies1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date12/8/2027 Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.