Senior Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the comprehensive delivery of cross-functional projects by applying project management methodologies and Agile methodologies.

• Act as Scrum Master as required, eliminating obstacles and promoting ongoing enhancement.

• Drive the strategic implementation and advancement of Agile methodologies across various teams.

• Facilitate coordination among Agile teams and intricate initiatives involving product, engineering, and business stakeholders.

• Establish and uphold delivery governance, quality benchmarks, and best practices for delivery.

• Manage project risks, dependencies, scope, prioritization conflicts, and executive escalations.

• Create data-driven delivery metrics, including velocity, predictability, throughput, and outcome-focused KPIs.

• Guide cross-functional teams while ensuring precise project documentation is maintained.

• Share delivery insights and actionable updates with executive leadership.

• Oversee project financials, including forecasting, budgeting, and expenses.

• Align project delivery outcomes with business goals and conduct reviews after implementation.

• Advocate for Agile maturity, team efficiency, and the adoption of Agile principles.

• Provide mentorship to Scrum Masters, junior Project Managers, and team members.

• Make delivery decisions that balance project scope, timelines, costs, and quality.

• Cultivate relationships with executive stakeholders, influence priorities, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus.

• Identify and tackle risks and issues while conveying project information to IT management.

• Develop team structures, delegate responsibilities, share lessons learned, and implement best practices.

• Lead internal improvement initiatives and execute improvement strategies.

• Achieve measurable results in areas such as operational efficiency, student experience, and system performance enhancements.

• Direct change management efforts and the adoption of new processes, tools, and capabilities.

• Collaborate with Product Management and Product Owners regarding priorities, roadmaps, and delivery capacity.

• Execute other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of relevant education and experience.

• PMP or CSM certification or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in a Scrum Master or Agile leadership role across multiple teams.

• 6–8 years of experience in Project Management or related domains.

• Proven success in leading large initiatives through influence in matrixed organizations without direct authority.

• Experience in managing large, complex, enterprise-scale projects and strategic initiatives involving various cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple teams and programs in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Experience in presenting to and influencing executive leadership.

• Familiarity with Agile project management and Scrum implementation frameworks.

• Comprehensive understanding of IT service offerings, technical preferences, and direction.

• Extensive expertise in Agile tools, such as Azure DevOps.

• Experience in managing delivery across CRM, SIS, and marketing automation platforms.

• Ability to decompose business needs into Epics, Features, and User Stories.

• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.

• In-depth knowledge of business principles, processes, and technology.

• Proficient in Teams, Word, Excel, OneNote, Visio, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Capability to collaborate with virtual and global cross-functional teams.

• Experience with systems and business processes that support new product launches.

• Knowledge of Scrum Agile frameworks and project management methodologies.

• Strong analytical, budgetary, and critical-thinking abilities.

• Experience in establishing delivery governance, managing project risks and dependencies, and driving outcomes for complex initiatives.

• Familiarity with a PPM solution.

• Expert in identifying and communicating change opportunities to IT management.

• Previous experience in high-growth small-to-midsize companies, preferably in Higher Education, is strongly preferred.

• Comfortable working remotely and collaborating virtually.

• Minimum internet speed of 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload for the remote work setting.

• Reliable internet service, with the responsibility for purchase, setup, installation, support, and maintenance resting with the individual.

• Must support and promote the College’s Impact mission.

• Exceptional skills in communication, organization, and time management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for annual bonus for full-time employees.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Options for HSA and FSA.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid time for volunteering.

• Tuition reimbursement and reduction programs.

• Generous paid time off (PTO).

• 401k plan with employer matching.

• Full-service wellness and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Employee recognition and awards programs.

• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Employer-paid long-term disability coverage.

• A virtual-first organizational structure.

• An inclusive workplace environment.

• Flexibility for remote work arrangements.

• Utilization of AI technologies to enhance work efficiency and automate routine tasks.