Senior IT Project Manager Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of senior IT project manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for systems integration support of Wabtec’s Back Office Server and PTC Systems software including:.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Define project success criteria, risks, issues, and decisions, and manage the delivery of the project to effectively address them
• Create a continuous improvement culture for each project, and capitalize on stakeholder and team feedback to improve the process throughout project cycles
• Facilitate the creation of the appropriate project documentation to support effective delivery, integration, and support
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, schedule, and cost
• Provide mentorship and guidance to new project managers with support and feedback where appropriate to the team
• Contribute to the planning and execution of key PMO initiatives
• Advanced proficiency with Rally, Planview and SharePoint
• Experience with IT methodologies and project management tools

I am excited to be applying for the position of senior IT project manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for first level escalation support to on premise Systems Administrators for software, system or network related issues.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and implementation methods
• Takes full responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of complex projects, ensuring that realistic project, quality, change control and risk management processes are maintained
• An excellent understanding of the IT environment as it pertains to an IT business services and application development environment and related technologies, IT skills, competencies, experience and corresponding job functions
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Project
• A track record of building strong relationships with internal clients and external business partners
• Confidence to seek feedback to enhance performance
• Provide technical project management for a range of projects across the engineering team
• Create and maintain delivery plans for all projects including scope, budget, and deadlines

I am excited to be applying for the position of senior IT project manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for management and leadership support for all hardware, and systems software planning and installation activities including equipment configuration, installations, process improvements, environment preparation, and production support.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience leading projects and programs within and outside IT, projects and programs that involved external providers
• Strong understanding of SDLC and the project management lifecycle
• Extremely clear and professional communication ensuring all communication includes the right level of information and is distributed to all the proper stakeholders
• Experience in business analysis and/or systems analyst gathering and documenting system requirements
• Knowledge of the full testing lifecycle
• Experience with software in a ‘Software as a Service’ (SaaS) environment
• Knowledge and use of ERP and CRM systems (like Salesforce/NetSuite/Oracle/SAP)
• Experience executing projects in an AGILE methodology preferred

In response to your job posting for senior IT project manager, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for technical support and train ReLAB-HS staff to use information systems, equipment, and software accurately and efficiently.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• A PRINCE 2 equivalent qualification and/or previous experience of successfully managing projects end to end
• Significant large scale and complex enterprise infrastructure and application software project or programme management delivery experience
• Experience of managing project delivery teams in excess of 10 project staff, across multiple locations (on/offshore)
• Experience of deliveries with and managing 3rd party suppliers
• Experience and working knowledge of MS Management Solutions
• Experience gained within Financial Services sector and/or regulated environment would be advantageous
• Demonstrated expertise of project and program management methodologies, associated processes and tools, and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience managing projects for major enterprise systems

I would like to submit my application for the senior IT project manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight and expert IT support for BSD including network support, systems backups, archiving, troubleshooting, disaster recovery, and systems’ security; recommend and install computer systems, hardware components, and software for desktop solutions; ensure sufficient systems capacity for organizational needs; ensure proper operation, preventive maintenance and upgrades for servers; research and recommend new hardware and software applications as needed.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Advanced understanding of program / project management best practices, methodologies, lifecycle
• Strong project management skills with experience in planning, and executing multiple large scale projects from ideation through implementation, involving internal personnel and consultants
• Knowledge of full lifecycle project management, infrastructure deployment methodologies and industry best practices
• Knowledge of full lifecycle project management, infrastructure deployment methodologies, industry best practices and software development
• PMP and Agile certification are mandatory
• Able to manage priorities across multiple assigned projects
• Strong influential leadership
• Experience and comfort interacting with management and customers of all levels