Enterprise Senior Project Manager
Portland, TX - USA
Job Summary
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide project management and process improvement services to the firms practice groups and supporting departments. This role works under the direction of the Director of Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO Director) and will work closely with BerryDunn stakeholders from all levels of the firm.
The Senior Project Manager may manage and/or coordinate several different types of projects including technology product evaluation and selection implementation of new products and services process improvement technology transitions and integrations data migrations software development and mergers & acquisitions.
This role will serve as a strategic leader responsible for planning executing and overseeing complex large-scale projects that span multiple departments within an organization. It will ensure projects are aligned with business objectives meet deadlines and stay within budget all while managing resources effectively and mitigating risks. With strong communication and stakeholder management skills it will coordinate cross-functional teams foster collaboration and provide regular updates to leadership. Leveraging industry best practices and project management methodologies such as waterfall and serial to drive process improvements ensure deliverables meet quality standards and contribute to the organizations long-term success.
This role will ideally be based in our Portland Maine headquarters or one of our other New England regional offices.
You Will
- Lead high-impact complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Drive process improvement and establish project management best practices.
- Manage escalations and provide strategic problem resolution.
- Mentor and develop project managers within the organization.
- Ensure alignment of projects with organizational goals and priorities.
- Manage project programs and directly supervise EPMO staff
- Plan and execute projects while ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Engage stakeholders and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Allocate resources monitor project budgets and track progress.
- Mitigate risks and manage dependencies.
- Ensure projects are completed on time within scope and on budget.
- Lead mentor and support Project Managers and Business Analysts ensuring their development performance and alignment with organizational goals and best practices.
- Ensure the execution of project management processes including KPIs OKRs reporting and resource management.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define priorities manage risks and drive project success.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies industry best practices and promoting continuous improvement.
You Have
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management Engineering Information Technology or a related field (required).
- 7 years of experience in project management with 3 years in people management
- Preferred certifications include but are not limited to CAPM PMP Lean Six Sigma Prosci CSM ICP ACP SAFe POPM
- Extensive experience managing large cross-functional teams and complex projects
- Proven track record of driving project success and meeting organizational objectives
- Experience in strategic planning budgeting and resource management
- Strong background with various project management methodologies (e.g. Agile Scrum Kanban SAFe LeSS Waterfall)
- Experience in Professional Services delivery Consulting Assurance Tax Audit and Advisory or other highly regulated environment (e.g. Technology Healthcare Insurance)
- Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g. MS Project Smartsheet JIRA Asana ADO Trello etc.)
- Experience supporting change management and organizational readiness activities.
Competencies (Skills & Abilities)
- Project Management Skills: Expertise in applying appropriate project management methodologies tools and techniques tailored to project requirements.
- Prioritization and Time Management: Ability to manage competing priorities effectively ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
- Planning and Organization: Proficiency in creating updating and maintaining detailed project plans and documentation.
- Responsiveness: Strong ability to address requests from colleagues and stakeholders promptly and professionally.
- Detail Orientation: Skilled at taking comprehensive notes organizing information logically and tracking progress meticulously.
- Information Filtering: Ability to analyze and distinguish critical information from less relevant details to focus efforts appropriately.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Capability to grasp and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the projects technical or operational context.
- Operational Acumen: Strong ability to learn and understand overarching organizational processes and how they relate to project goals.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to ensure clarity alignment and stakeholder buy-in.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Advanced ability to identify analyze and resolve complex issues leveraging resources and collaboration when needed.
- Critical Thinking: Proficient in evaluating complex scenarios and devising effective strategies to overcome challenges and achieve objectives.
Compensation Details
The base salary range targeted for this role is $00. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on factors such as company and personal performance. This salary range represents BerryDunns good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience education or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting that applicant is encouraged to apply and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to years of experience depth of experience seniority merit education training amount of travel and other relevant business considerations.
BerryDunn Benefits & Culture
Our people are what make BerryDunn special and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond whats expected to support their physical mental career social and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture:Experience BerryDunn.
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender gender identity or expression or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
About BerryDunn
BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker LLC and BDMP Assurance LLP independently owned entities provide services. Since 1974 BerryDunn has helped businesses nonprofits and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firms tax advisory and consulting services are provided by Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker LLC and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance LLP a licensed CPA firm.
BerryDunn is a client-centered people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people clients and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and for its focus on learning development and well-being. Learn more at.
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