Senior Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Oversee the implementation of enterprise initiatives, including capital projects, within the PMO delivery framework.

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and subject matter experts to develop and execute intricate project plans, budgets, and schedules.

• Provide sponsors with regular updates on project status, outcome measures, organizational and departmental objectives, and insights gained.

• Identify, mitigate, and communicate potential project risks and challenges.

• Facilitate meetings, drive decision-making, define subsequent actions, and establish a communication rhythm.

• Address capacity issues, resource allocation, interdependencies, and other project-related challenges.

• Ensure the quality of cross-functional work and maintain deliverables that are current and accessible.

• Utilize training, documentation, process modifications, Gantt charts, status reports, and other project management solutions.

• Advocate for the use of project management tools and internal digital resources.

• Promote best practices in enterprise project delivery and enhance consistency and accountability in delivery.

• Mentor and support teams on complex initiatives.

• Participate in monthly Project Manager Cohort meetings.

• Foster transparency through precise reporting and effective utilization of tools like Planview.

• Assist in the evolution of delivery practices as organizational priorities shift.

• Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to align expectations, address challenges, and facilitate decision-making.

• Provide interim project or program leadership during critical transitions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Confidence and poise in communicating across all organizational levels, including with executives.

• Proven track record in delivering complex, cross-functional projects in fast-paced settings.

• Capacity to juggle multiple priorities, manage competing demands, and adapt to changing circumstances.

• Ability to navigate ambiguous situations, guide trade-offs, and facilitate decision-making processes.

• Strong skills in conflict management.

• Capability to promote accountability through precise reporting and effective tool usage.

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working or volunteering in animal welfare or nonprofit sectors is preferred.

• Ability to embody ASPCA core values and behavioral competencies.

• A B.A./B.S. is preferred, or equivalent professional experience is required.

• At least 6 years of experience in project or program management.

• Familiarity with project management frameworks and methodologies.

• Project management certification or related coursework is highly preferred.

• Experience managing complex, enterprise-level initiatives is essential.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office 365, Box, Canva, Teams, project management platforms, and dashboard development.

• Experience with Planview AdaptiveWork is a plus.

• Proficiency in English is required.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% annually.

🏝️ Benefits

• Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision insurance.

• Flexible time off policy, which includes vacation time, paid personal days, sick leave, bereavement leave, paid parental leave, and 10 company-paid holidays.

• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar employer matching up to 4%.

• An additional 4% employer contribution to retirement plans.

• Opportunities for professional development, including classes, on-the-job training, coaching, and mentorship.

• Internal mobility opportunities available.

• Opportunities to engage in field support.