Lead Project Manager - Cross-Functional Delivery Leader

Optimum; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum is seeking a Lead Project Manager in Bethpage, NY, to direct multiple medium-to-large projects from initiation through deployment. The role focuses on delivering on-time, on-budget outcomes, with cross-functional coordination across IT and business teams.

You'll drive scoping, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment with business goals. A Bachelor's in a related field and 7+ years of PM experience are expected, with PMP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• PM certification (PMP) preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of project management responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and Project (or Smartsheets).
• Strong executive presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage project scope, cost, schedule, risk, and resources.
• Coordinate IT and non-IT resources to deliver on time and within budget.
• Develop implementation timetables and monitor progress.
• Serve as liaison with resources to provide current data.
• Research procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Track expenses and provide status updates to managers.
• Lead communications regarding progress and accountability.
• Assemble project teams and assign responsibilities.
• Prepare RFPs and conduct vendor selection meetings.
• Apply formal project management methods (Waterfall/Agile).
• Leverage industry knowledge of cable/digital solutions and CX.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across functions.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Analytical problem solving

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Planning & prioritizing

PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project / Smartsheets

Job description

Optimum is seeking a Lead Project Manager in Bethpage, NY, to direct multiple medium-to-large projects from initiation through deployment. The role focuses on delivering on-time, on-budget outcomes, with cross-functional coordination across IT and business teams.

You'll drive scoping, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment with business goals. A Bachelor's in a related field and 7+ years of PM experience are expected, with PMP certification preferred.