Nagarro

Principal Engineer - Senior Project Manager (ITIL)

New York City, NY, United States · Hybrid · Full-time

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  • EmployerNagarro
  • LocationNew York City, NY, 10007, United States
  • Work styleHybrid
  • Employment typeFull-time
  • Employer posted

We are looking for an experienced ServiceNow Project Manager to lead the implementation of ServiceNow for our client.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery within a fixed-price contract structure while managing scope, risks, and client expectations.

This role requires strong expertise in project governance, client communication, change management, and stakeholder engagement. The candidate must possess the ability to navigate challenges associated with fixed-price contracts, scope control, and budget constraints.

  • This position is hybrid in NYC (2 days/week in office)
  • Office Location: New York, NY 10007
  • We offer relocation assistance

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

  • Oversee the end-to-end implementation of ServiceNow modules, including Incident Management, Change Management, Asset Management, CMDB, and ITOM.
  • Develop and execute a detailed project plan, including milestones, deliverables, RACI, and communication cadence.
  • Monitor project scope, timeline, and budget to ensure successful delivery under a fixed-price contract structure.
  • Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to prevent scope creep and cost overruns.
  • Ensure compliance with client’s security standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage project governance, documentation, and stakeholder reporting.
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Fixed-Price Contract Management

  • Define clear deliverables and acceptance criteria upfront.
  • Ensure strict adherence to scope to avoid cost overruns.
  • Manage change orders effectively to ensure project profitability.
  • Track resource allocation and burn rate to maintain financial control.
  • Regularly update executive leadership on project financials, risks, and progress as part of steering committee meetings.

Client Communication & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the development team and the client.
  • Facilitate requirement gathering sessions, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
  • Conduct weekly client meetings, status reports, and executive briefings.
  • Manage client expectations and address concerns proactively.
  • Drive collaboration between client and Nagarro teams to ensure project success.

Change Request & Issue Management

  • Manage change requests (PCRs) by evaluating scope, impact, and cost implications.
  • Work closely with the client to define, review, and approve project change requests.
  • Triage and prioritize issues raised by stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Ensure that all approved changes are incorporated into the project plan and budget.

Testing, UAT, & Training

  • Oversee the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) process and facilitate stakeholder buy-in.
  • Ensure the creation of technical and functional documentation for knowledge transfer.
  • Supervise the development of training programs for ServiceNow end users and administrators.
  • Ensure a smooth go-live transition with Hypercare support.

Client & Change Management Skills

  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the development team and the client.
  • Facilitate requirement gathering sessions, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
  • Conduct weekly client meetings, status reports, and executive briefings.
  • Manage client expectations and address concerns proactively.
  • Drive collaboration between client and Nagarro teams to ensure project success.
  • Strong ServiceNow project management experience, with expertise in ITAM, CMDB, ITSM, ITOM, and custom workflows.
  • Proven ability to deliver projects under fixed-price contracts, ensuring financial and operational control.
  • Experience in managing security compliance within IT projects.
  • Knowledge of waterfall and hybrid project management methodologies.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 14+ years of IT project management experience, with experience delivering 2–3 end-to-end ITSM implementations in ServiceNow.
  • PMP, ITIL, or ServiceNow certifications preferred.
  • Experience in US public sector or government projects is a plus.

Salary Range: $170K - $230K Gross (base+bonuses) + standard Nagarro Benefits

Disclaimer: Nagarro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or marital status.

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