Sr. Project Manager

Job Description

Want to be part of something new and impactful? This position will offer the chance to help shape a growing Project Management Office from the ground up!

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead large-scale software initiatives, influence best practices, and play a key role in building the structure and standards that will define the PMO's long-term success.

Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, software-related projects with multiple workstreams. This role ensures requirements are complete, timelines are met, and cross-functional teams and consultants stay aligned to deliver quality solutions. The Senior PM also defines and oversees test plans and validation processes to ensure each solution meets business and technical objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with leadership and stakeholders across business and IT.

Lead and manage multiple large, complex projects through all phases of the lifecycle using established best practices.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and communication strategies to ensure alignment and transparency.

Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational objectives.

Coordinate and manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring clear communication and accountability across all contributors.

Negotiate and secure required resources from internal departments and external partners.

Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and critical paths.

Track project progress, milestones, and deliverables, providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.

Proactively manage scope changes and potential issues, developing contingency plans as needed.

Define success metrics and communicate them across the project lifecycle to ensure shared accountability.

Conduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and identify areas for improvement.

Develop and refine project management tools, templates, and best practices for consistent execution.

Respond quickly to emerging risks or issues to maintain project integrity and stakeholder confidence.

Knowledge and Requirements

Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project and MS Office Suite.

Experience with business diagramming tools such as Microsoft Visio.

Familiarity with relational databases, including Microsoft SQL Server.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

Skilled at adapting to shifting priorities, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across multiple levels of an organization.

Politically aware, with the ability to navigate complex environments and drive alignment.

Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field (emphasis in Management Information Systems preferred).

3–5 years of direct experience managing complex software projects through full development and implementation cycles.

PMP or Agile certification preferred.

Full-time