IT Project Manager

Lead Technology That Supports Lifes Most Meaningful Moments

At NorthStar Memorial Group we are more than a leader in cemetery funeral and crematory services. We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to honoring lives and supporting families with care compassion and excellence.

We are seeking an experienced and driven IT Project Manager to lead high-impact technology initiatives that support our nationwide operations. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a purpose-driven environment where your work directly enhances both customer experience and operational excellence.

What Youll Do:

As an IT Project Manager at NorthStar you will play a vital role in delivering solutions that support our business employees and the families we serve:

• Drive project success: Lead IT initiatives from concept through deployment using Agile methodologies (Scrum Kanban)
• Enable Agile excellence: Facilitate sprint planning stand-ups and retrospectives while continuously improving team performance
• Bridge business & technology: Partner closely with stakeholders to translate needs into clear requirements and prioritized backlogs
• Deliver with quality: Ensure systems data integrity and deliverables meet high operational standards
• Manage vendors & resources: Coordinate across internal teams and third-party partners to achieve project goals
• Proactively solve challenges: Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and outcomes
• Communicate with impact: Provide clear consistent updates to stakeholders and leadership on project health and outcomes

What You Bring:

• Proven experience managing IT projects in Agile environments
• Strong knowledge of SDLC project governance and delivery frameworks
• Ability to build trust and influence cross-functional teams
• Exceptional organization prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Experience with tools such as Jira Confluence or similar platforms
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Business or related field
• Experience delivering complex IT projects (e.g. enterprise platforms infrastructure or service management systems like ServiceNow preferred)

Why NorthStar Memorial Group

• Purpose-driven work: Contribute to an organization that serves families during meaningful and sensitive times
• Growth & innovation: Be part of a company investing in modern technology and digital transformation
• Collaborative culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to operational excellence
• Career advancement: Opportunities to grow within a stable expanding national organization

Work Environment:

This role operates in a professional office or hybrid environment and may require extended screen time occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) and up to 25% travel.

Join Us

If youre ready to lead meaningful technology initiatives while making a real difference we invite you to apply and grow your career with NorthStar Memorial Group.

NorthStar Memorial Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a best in class workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.