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Stellant Systems, Inc.

IT Project Manager

Torrance, CA · Hybrid

$105K - $140K/yr

Overview Job Title: IT Project Manager Job Location: Torrance, CA (Hybrid) Salary: $105,000-$140,000/yr DOE The IT Project Manager will plan and manage projects across IT Infrastructure, Enterprise ...

Astrix Inc

IT Project Manager

Orange, CA · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

Title: IT Project Manager Location: Orange County, CA (Hybrid) Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm Type: Contract to hire Pay rate: $60-65/hr We are seeking a collaborative and organized IT Project Manager to lead ...

Procom Services

IT Project Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$115K - $136K/yr

... IT staffing/consulting company. Procom's areas of staffing expertise include: Application Development Project Management Quality Assurance Business/Systems Analysis Datawarehouse & Business ...

campus4tech

IT Project Manager

Rosemead, CA · On-site

$100K - $119K/yr

Title: IT Project Manager IV Location: Rosemead , CA 91770 Job Mode: Onsite Role Duration: 12 Months W2 candidates only Local Candidates are preferred * The Project Manager will be responsible for ...

Bowhead

IT Project Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Overview Bowhead seeks an IT Project Manager to join our team supporting the program office for NSWC Corona - Corona Division in Norco, California. The Project Manager will work directly with the ...

Akima, LLC

IT Project Manager

Petaluma, CA · On-site

$113K - $134K/yr

Tuvli (An Akima company) is looking for an IT Project Manager to work in Petaluma, California. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities * Manages the day-to-day ...

Bowhead

IT Project Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Overview Bowhead seeks an IT Project Manager to join our team supporting the program office for NSWC Corona - Corona Division in Norco, California. The Project Manager will work directly with the ...

New Charter Technologies LLC

$75K - $90K/yr

At Greystone, a New Charter Company, we are seeking a Project Manager, Professional Services (in other companies this person could hold the title of IT Project Manager, Professional Services Project ...

SwiftNav

IT Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

IT Project Managers(San Francisco, CA) Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects to ensure software quality and compliance with industry standards. May perform additional duties ...

SwiftNav

IT Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

IT Project Managers (San Francisco, CA) Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects to ensure software quality and compliance with industry standards. May perform additional ...

Whiz Global LLC

IT PROJECT MANAGER

San Jose, CA · On-site

$115K - $136K/yr

Contract Position Overview We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager III to lead the end-to-end implementation of Blue Yonder Master Production Scheduling (MPS) within a complex enterprise ...

Medclinicx

IT Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Job Overview We are seeking an IT Project Manager to lead and manage healthcare technology projects across SaaS platforms, AI systems, and digital health solutions. In this role, you will be ...

Unigen

IT Project Manager

Newark, CA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Job Title: IT Project Manager Location: Newark, CA Department: IT Department Head: IT Manager Job Overview: Unigen is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional ...

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How much do jr it project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for jr it project manager in California is $71,533.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,300.00 and $82,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Jr IT Project Manager do?

A Jr IT Project Manager assists in planning, coordinating, and overseeing IT projects under the supervision of senior project managers. Their responsibilities often include tracking project progress, preparing reports, facilitating communication among team members, and ensuring that project tasks are completed on time and within budget. They may also help manage resources, identify and resolve issues, and maintain documentation. This role is ideal for those starting a career in IT project management and looking to gain experience in leading technology initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Jr IT Project Manager?

To thrive as a Jr IT Project Manager, you need foundational knowledge of project management principles, basic IT concepts, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Trello, and certifications such as CAPM or Agile fundamentals are commonly expected. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you coordinate teams and manage project timelines effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to stakeholder satisfaction.

What are some common challenges a Jr IT Project Manager might face during their first projects?

As a Jr IT Project Manager, one common challenge is balancing multiple tasks and priorities while learning to manage timelines and budgets effectively. You may also encounter difficulties in communicating project requirements across cross-functional teams or addressing unforeseen technical issues. Building strong relationships with senior project managers and team members can help you navigate these challenges and develop your project management skills more rapidly.

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Infographic showing various Jr It Project Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,533 per year, or $34.4 per hour.

IT Project Manager

Stellant Systems, Inc.

Torrance, CA • Hybrid

$105K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Overview

Job Title: IT Project Manager 

Job Location: Torrance, CA (Hybrid) 

Salary: $105,000-$140,000/yr DOE 

The IT Project Manager will plan and manage projects across IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Applications, and Business Intelligence. This position will coordinate cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, consultants, and vendors to deliver projects within the approved scope, schedule, and budget.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple IT projects from initiation through implementation and closure.
  • Develop project charters, plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and status reports.
  • Coordinate project activities across Infrastructure, Applications, BI, cybersecurity, and business teams.
  • Facilitate requirements gathering, design reviews, testing, user acceptance testing, deployment, and post-implementation support.
  • Track project milestones, dependencies, risks, issues, decisions, and action items.
  • Lead project meetings and communicate progress, challenges, and required decisions to leadership.
  • Manage project scope and follow established change-control processes.
  • Coordinate vendors and consultants and track their schedules, costs, commitments, and deliverables.
  • Support statements of work, purchase orders, invoice reviews, and vendor-performance monitoring.
  • Ensure projects follow IT governance, cybersecurity, compliance, documentation, and change-management requirements.
  • Maintain complete project documentation and support the transition of completed projects to operational teams.
  • Assist IT leadership with project prioritization, resource planning, and portfolio reporting.

Typical Projects

  • Network, server, cloud, cybersecurity, and end-user technology projects
  • ERP and enterprise-application implementations, upgrades, integrations, and enhancements
  • Data warehouse, reporting, dashboard, and BI projects
  • Application modernization, system migration, and process-automation initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related discipline.
  • Four to seven years of project-management experience, including experience managing IT projects.
  • Experience with Infrastructure, Enterprise Applications, BI, or data-related projects.
  • Knowledge of standard project-management methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with project planning, budgeting, risk management, vendor coordination, and status reporting.
  • Strong communication, organization, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • Experience using tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, SharePoint, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or a similar certification.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Infor LN or Deltek Costpoint.
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or another regulated industry.
  • Familiarity with Power BI, Cognos, SQL, cloud platforms, and system integrations.
  • Understanding of ITAR, CMMC, cybersecurity, and formal change-control requirements.
  • Experience coordinating distributed teams and external consulting partners.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).

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