Senior Project Manager

Frederick, MD
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor

Senior Project Manager Job Description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Frederick, MD (Hybrid/Onsite Optional)
Department: Operations / PMO

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive successful project delivery across the organization. This role will oversee complex projects, manage stakeholders, and ensure alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

Lead end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation through delivery and post-implementation review
Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership and cross-functional teams
Communicate project status, risks, and progress through regular reporting
Manage expectations and ensure alignment across business units

Risk & Issue Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
Proactively resolve issues to minimize impact to timelines and deliverables
Escalate critical concerns as needed

Team Leadership

  • Lead and motivate cross-functional teams including IT, operations, and business stakeholders
  • Facilitate meetings, standups, and project reviews
  • Promote accountability and drive team performance

Budget & Resource Management

  • Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts
  • Track project spend and optimize resource utilization
  • Ensure cost-effective delivery of all initiatives

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve project management processes and workflows
  • Implement best practices, tools, and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field
  • 7+ years of project management experience, preferably managing large-scale or complex projects
  • Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple concurrent projects
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
  • Experience with project management tools (Jira, Asana, Monday.com, MS Project)
  • Experience working in IT, SaaS, or professional services environments

Skills & Competencies

  • Leadership & team motivation
  • Strategic planning
  • Risk management
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Time management & prioritization
  • Budgeting & financial oversight

Why Join Us

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and growth-focused work environment

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