Senior Project Manager

<h2>Overview</h2> <p>SSOE is seeking a <strong>Senior Project Manager</strong> to lead enterprise-scale technology initiatives that drive real business impact. This exciting and rewarding position will fall under our Technology Program &amp; Product Manager and serves as the critical bridge between engineering teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>In this role, you will be responsible for translating complex technical challenges into clear strategies, driving delivery excellence, and ensuring organizational alignment. &nbsp;This role will be hands-on with architecture discussions, sprint planning, and technical design reviews while simultaneously managing budgets and presenting to C-suite executives. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments, has a proven track record of delivering large-scale technical programs on time and within budget, and genuinely enjoys both the technical and strategic aspects of project leadership.</p> <h2>AI and Innovation</h2> <p>At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.</p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Lead Strategic Technology Programs</strong></p> <ul> <li>Own large, complex technology initiatives with significant business impact from strategy through delivery.</li> <li>Define vision, scope, success metrics, and execution plans in partnership with executives, stakeholders, and engineering leaders.</li> <li>Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, architecture, DevOps, QA, vendors, and business partners.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bridge Business and Technology</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as the key liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring solutions align with strategic objectives.</li> <li>Partner in architecture reviews, delivery planning, and technical decision-making to identify risks and drive successful outcomes.</li> <li>Communicate complex technical concepts and program status clearly to executive audiences.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Drive Execution, Financials &amp; Risk Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Own program budgets, forecasts, resource planning, and investment optimization.</li> <li>Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and escalations across multiple teams and initiatives.</li> <li>Ensure delivery meets commitments for scope, schedule, quality, security, and compliance.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Influence Governance &amp; Operational Excellence</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide executive reporting and insights that connect technology outcomes to business value.</li> <li>Lead governance, vendor management, and change control processes across critical initiatives.</li> <li>Continuously improve delivery practices, operational efficiency, and PMO standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Develop Talent &amp; Scale Impact</strong></p> <ul> <li>Mentor Project Managers and technical leaders to strengthen delivery excellence across the organization.</li> <li>Champion process innovation, automation, and AI-enabled ways of working.</li> <li>Support portfolio planning, prioritization, and resource alignment across strategic programs.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <p><strong>What You’ll Need On Day One:</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical field</li> <li>12+ years of progressive experience in technical project/program management, or equivalent combination of experience and training</li> <li>5+ years managing complex technology projects involving software development, infrastructure, cloud migration, systems integration, or digital transformation</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Strong understanding of SDLC, cloud technologies (Azure preferred), system architecture, DevOps practices, and enterprise technology environments.</li> <li>Experience managing project financials, budgets, resources, risks, and vendor relationships.</li> <li>Proficiency with Agile and traditional project delivery methodologies, along with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.</li> <li>Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to drive results in complex, matrixed organizations while balancing competing priorities.</li> <li>Experience leveraging data analytics, and emerging technologies, including AI, to improve decision-making and delivery outcomes.</li> <li>Travel: May require occasional travel to other facilities for coordination, technical workshops, or training.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience with enterprise infrastructure, networking, security, and systems integration.</li> <li>Background in architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), or other project-intensive industries.</li> <li>Master's degree in a related technical or business discipline.</li> <li>PMP, PgMP, SAFe, PMI-ACP, CSM, Azure, AWS, or similar professional certifications.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Why Join SSOE?</strong></p> <p>At SSOE, you'll be at the forefront of delivering transformative technology initiatives that shape and build environments that drive operational excellence. Here's what sets us apart:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Strategic Impact:</strong> Lead critical initiatives with executive visibility and the autonomy to influence organizational strategy.</li> <li><strong>Technical Excellence:</strong> Work on cutting-edge technology projects involving cloud architecture, AI integration, digital transformation, and enterprise-scale systems.</li> <li><strong>Growth &amp; Development:</strong> Mentor the next generation of project leaders while advancing your own skills in a culture that values continuous learning.</li> <li><strong>Innovation Culture:</strong> Join a team that embraces new technologies, encourages creative problem-solving, and values both technical depth and strategic thinking.</li> <li><strong>Competitive Salary: $140K-150K/year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.</strong></li> <li><strong>Bonus and Incentives: </strong>Eligibility for our annual target bonus / incentive program based on company and individual performance and goals.</li> <li><strong>Comprehensive Benefits: </strong>Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.</li> <li><strong>Ownership Opportunities: </strong>As an employee-owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>