Senior Project Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Project Manager based in the United States.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that support strategic business priorities and drive measurable organizational impact. You will take ownership of projects from planning through execution, ensuring resources, timelines, budgets, and deliverables remain aligned with business objectives. Working closely with senior leadership, internal teams, and external partners, you will facilitate collaboration and turn strategic goals into actionable plans. You will apply Agile methodologies and structured project management practices to anticipate risks, resolve challenges, and improve delivery outcomes. Through effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement, you will strengthen project execution across the organization. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced project leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys influencing decisions, mentoring colleagues, and delivering meaningful business results.

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will independently manage large-scale projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring successful execution through effective planning, cross-functional coordination, and proactive risk management. You will work closely with stakeholders at all organizational levels to maintain alignment, improve processes, and deliver measurable outcomes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing comprehensive project plans aligned with departmental priorities, organizational strategy, and broader business objectives.

• Leading enterprise-wide Agile projects from initial concept through completion, ensuring timely delivery, effective resource utilization, and measurable business impact.

• Proactively identifying project risks, anticipating potential challenges, and implementing practical solutions with minimal supervision.

• Coordinating cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to establish clear responsibilities, maintain accountability, and ensure effective collaboration.

• Developing and implementing communication plans that keep stakeholders informed, facilitate decision-making, and support strategic alignment.

• Managing changes to project scope, evaluating downstream impacts, and balancing emerging opportunities against timelines, resources, and business priorities.

• Driving continuous improvement by incorporating feedback, applying lessons learned, and coaching team members throughout project execution.

• Supporting organizational change initiatives by facilitating communication, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring alignment during transitions.

• Applying advanced knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management tools, including Asana, to improve coordination, efficiency, and delivery performance.

• Monitoring project progress, milestones, budgets, and performance indicators, providing clear and timely updates to stakeholders across the organization.

• Partnering with senior leadership to build trusted relationships, influence cross-functional decisions, and support strategic initiatives and innovation.

• Promoting the effective use of technology, project management systems, and function-specific tools to improve outcomes and operational efficiency.

• Mentoring colleagues and sharing project management expertise to strengthen team capabilities and encourage consistent delivery practices.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate combines substantial project management experience with strategic thinking, strong business judgment, and the ability to lead complex initiatives independently. You should be comfortable navigating competing priorities, influencing stakeholders, and adapting project plans to evolving business needs. The following qualifications and competencies are expected:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant industry experience; an advanced degree or professional certifications such as PMP, CSM, or SAFe are strongly preferred.

• At least 7 years of project management experience preferred, including a minimum of 5 years leading initiatives with significant scope, complexity, and organizational impact.

• Demonstrated expertise in strategic execution, cross-functional collaboration, critical thinking, and autonomous problem-solving within Agile environments.

• Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple teams, competing priorities, external vendors, and changing requirements.

• Strong risk management and analytical skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges, assess potential impacts, and implement effective solutions.

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence decisions, secure buy-in, and lead teams through change.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the…