Sr. IT Project Manager - IT Construction

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. Title: Sr. IT Project Manager - IT Construction  Location: Stamford, CT (On-site)  Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt  About the Role:   We are actively seeking a talented and experienced Sr. IT Project Manager to lead and manage a wide variety of IT projects from conceptual design through implementation. You must possess organizational skills, leadership capability, and communication skills to succeed in this role. You will coordinate with internal delivery teams and vendors as we design, develop, deploy, and support internal custom solutions and third-party platforms. This role serves as the primary IT project lead supporting new location openings, expansions, remodels, acquisitions, and infrastructure deployments for corporate, retail and operations facilities across multiple states. The position bridges IT, construction, facilities, retail operations, compliance, asset protection, marketing operations, and third-party vendors to ensure locations are technology-ready for inspection, licensing, and commercial operation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with various project management methodologies and a proven track record of successfully delivering IT projects supporting digital and organizational transformation programs and operating in a highly regulated, multi-state environment. What You’ll Do:  Drive key components of our organization's digital transformation program, ensuring alignment with strategic business and technology objectives Lead multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through hypercare and project close down Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality Apply appropriate methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) based on project requirements Facilitate key project meetings and steering committee updates, managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships across IT, the business and external partners Prepare and deliver clear, concise executive and steering committee reporting, including RAG status, milestone tracking, and risk visibility Manage project budgets and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization Resolve team impediments and collaborate with other Project Managers/Scrum Masters Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful delivery Mentor junior project managers and provide team leadership Collaborate with cross-functional, stakeholders, and vendors  What You’ll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field 7+ years of progressively responsible IT project management experience, including infrastructure deployments, retail technology implementations, construction-related programs, or multi-site technology rollouts. · PMI-PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications · Expert knowledge of project methodologies and frameworks (PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) · Experience leading projects within digital transformation initiatives or significant organizational change programs · Experience with Azure DevOps suite or equivalent tool set · Proficiency with ServiceNow SPM / CWM, MS Project, MS Project Web App and Office 365 suite · Proficient understanding of SDLC with focus on agility, quality, and security · Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, timeline, and budget · Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills · Experience managing vendor relationships, SOWs, and third-party delivery teams Even Better If:  Experience operating within a regulated industry (e.g., cannabis, pharmaceutical, healthcare, CPG) with familiarity managing regulatory, GxP, or multi-state compliance requirements within IT projects Experience managing technology workstreams associated with facility construction, remodel, relocation, or expansion projects. Experience with data privacy and security frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA) as applied to project delivery Experience operating within a formal PMO governance model with defined phase gates and executive steering committees Connecticut Hiring Range $145,000 — $161,000 USD What We Offer: Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/ Disability Insurance Community Involvement Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.   Follow us on Social Media:  Instagram: @curaleaf.usa Twitter:  @Curaleaf_Inc LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production.  Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence Our Vision:  To be the world'