Senior Project Manager

SBS is seeking a Project Manager who will be essential to managing software implementation projects throughout their lifecycle ensuring on-time within-budget and in-scope delivery while meeting quality expectations.

This high-visibility role involves managing critical path risk and issues dependencies change control and pre-sales activities across workstreams within fast-paced projects and in adherence with the SBS Project framework while maintaining clear and consistent communication among internal stakeholders and customers.

Location: San Francisco CA

Hybrid: 2 Days Onsite (Occasional travel required)

What will the role involve

Project Management and Delivery 

• Lead and manage multiple software implementation projects of varying complexity concurrently. 
• Develop and align multi-disciplinary project plans in collaboration with internal teams and customers. 
• Establish and manage high-performing cross-functional project working groups. 
• Coordinate and communicate scope identify dependencies and manage critical path for on-time on-cost on-spec delivery. 
• Identify and manage project risks and issues with timely reporting escalation and resolution. 
• Ensure adherence to the Change Control process for effective change management. 
• Resolve issues promptly to ensure project delivery aligns with agreed plans. 
• Capture lessons learned drive continuous improvement and enhance project management capabilities. 
• Assist in pre-sales activities including drafting proposals and supporting contracts (e.g. RFIs RFPs Shape of Demand SOWs). 

Governance Documentation & Stakeholder Management 

• Organise manage and prepare all project governance forums and materials in line with SF & SBS frameworks. 
• Produce reporting and documentation including collateral for Steering Committee and Portfolio review forums to enable swift decision-making and support project success. 
• Manage delivery of contractual outputs ensuring quality and stakeholder sign-off. 
• Maintain alignment with the Quality Plan and monitor agreed project KPIs to ensure objectives remain on target. 
• Build strong relationships and drive satisfaction among stakeholders. 

Financial Resource and Budget Controls 

• Create and monitor resource allocation plans to forecast secure and manage demand effectively. 
• Track project costs to ensure financial accountability.
• Secure revenue recognition through customer sign-off.

Qualifications :

• 6-10 years Project Management Experience. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and experience in managing software projects. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills simplifying complex concepts for all organizational levels. 
• Adept in planning and resource management budget management and risk assessment with the ability to address RAG escalations and realign projects effectively. 
• Strong multitasking organizational and time management abilities with a focus on prioritizing tasks in a dynamic business setting. 
• A solutions-oriented mindset with analytical problem-solving and adaptability in managing change. 
• Self-driven proactive and independent with a commitment to taking ownership of responsibilities. 
• A customer-centric mindset with experience in delivering projects for external customers. 
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills fostering collaboration and inspiring trust. 
• The flexibility to travel and work away at customer sites. 

Desirable Skills and Qualifications: 

• Experience managing IT projects in the financial services industry 
• Solid understanding of software implementations upgrades and cloud migration processes.
• Project Management certifications (e.g. Prince2 PMP Agile PM)

Dont meet every single requirement Thats okay and you arent alone! Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet all the criteria. At SBS were committed to building a diverse inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. So if this role excites you and youre eager to grow wed love to hear from you - even if your experience doesnt tick every box just yet send us your application!

Additional Information :

Whats in it for you

Were committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Heres a snapshot of the benefits youll enjoy as part of our team:

Competitive salary

 Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan Dental Insurance Eye Care Vouchers Flu Vaccinations

Finance & Protection: Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Pension Plan Long Service Awards Payroll Giving Fleet car provider

Leisure & Lifestyle: Cycle to Work Scheme Holiday Trading Travel Insurance

As part of our hiring process new employees will be required to pass a confidential consumer credit check and DBS check. This is a straightforward credit check for CCJs bankruptcy and a criminal record check; however if you wish to know more about what is or is not acceptable please ask our recruitment team.

At our organization we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time