Project Manager

PEAC Solutions; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Day

Birthday Off

Job summary

PEAC Solutions is looking for a mid-career Project Manager to lead technology-driven projects from our Mt. Laurel, NJ office. The successful candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and align project goals with business strategies.

Candidates should have a strong background in project management, preferably in financial services, and be proficient in project management tools like JIRA. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of project management experience preferred.
• Experience in financial services preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope and timelines.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects.
• Manage project budgets and resources.
• Provide updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Software Development Cycles

Stakeholder Engagement

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Related Field

Tools

JIRA

Agile/Scrum

Job description

We are seeking a mid-career Project Manager to lead and coordinate technology-driven projects across cross-functional teams. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical and business acumen, capable of managing complex initiatives and delivering results aligned with organizational goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Define project scope by translating business and technical requirements into actionable plans.
• Develop project charters, schedules, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Establish realistic timelines and milestones to track progress.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers, QA, analysts, and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers.
• Provide regular updates to Executive Leaders and project stakeholders through reports and meetings.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively to prevent delays or scope creep.
• Resolve issues efficiently to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards in collaboration with QA teams.
• Oversee system and user acceptance testing phases.
• Align project goals with business strategy and technology roadmaps.
• Manage project budgets and resource allocations.
• Stay current with project management tools and methodologies.

Skills & Qualifications

Technical & Business Acumen

• Strong understanding of software development cycles, architecture, and enterprise platforms.
• Ability to bridge technical and business needs effectively.
• Strong understanding of Change Management processes.
• Experience with Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping a plus.

Certifications & Tools

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field; project management and/or general business management, or equivalent related IT experience.
• Seven or more years of project management experience preferred.
• Experience in financial services preferred.
• PMP and Agile/Scrum preferred.
• Proficiency in JIRA, burn down charts, dashboards, and reporting tools.

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinking and decision-making under uncertainty.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Recognized leadership and reliability in cross-functional environments.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position, based in our Mt. Laurel, NJ office, three days a week, with two days remote.

PEAC Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The successful candidate will receive competitive compensation along with our benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with match, flexible spending, and paid time off. PEAC provides one paid day off per year to support community involvement. Celebrate you by also having off your birthday on us!