Project Manager

Korn Ferry; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry, in partnership with our client, seeks an experienced Project Manager in Plano, TX to lead technology initiatives on a contract-to-hire basis.

The role requires 7+ years in technical program management, strong communication skills, and proven stakeholder management across the project lifecycle. AI tools familiarity and experience with software/engineering products are valued.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with proven experience creating clear, impactful presentations.
• Proven experience leading through the project lifecycle management, including influencing decision makers and adapting to changes as business needs evolve
• Experience in Tools- AI, copilot. Comfortable using AI
• Proficient in stakeholder management, with a track record of establishing productive working relationships and driving mutually beneficial outcomes

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end project and communication plans (including detailed timelines) to ensure on-time, successful delivery of technology initiatives.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise messaging for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Actively manage and track budgets across major programs to ensure strong financial governance.
• Monitor delivery progress, proactively adjust plans and schedules, and provide regular, transparent status updates to stakeholders throughout the project/program lifecycle.

Skills

Technical program management

Stakeholder management

Effective communication

Budgeting

Delivery lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI

Copilot

Job description

We have partnered with our client in their search for a Project Manager for a contract to hire opportunity in Plano, TX.
Job responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end project and communication plans (including detailed timelines) to ensure on-time, successful delivery of technology initiatives.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise messaging for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Actively manage and track budgets across major programs to ensure strong financial governance.
• Monitor delivery progress, proactively adjust plans and schedules, and provide regular, transparent status updates to stakeholders throughout the project/program lifecycle.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 7+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, with proven experience creating clear, impactful presentations.
• Proven experience leading through the project lifecycle management, including influencing decision makers and adapting to changes as business needs evolve
• Experience in Tools- AI, copilot. Comfortable using AI
• Proficient in stakeholder management, with a track record of establishing productive working relationships and driving mutually beneficial outcomes

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Extensive communications experience with executive-levels of leadership (narrative creation and context framing with clear and concise presentation-building knowledge and skills)
• Preferred experience working on software/engineering products
• Strong technical fluency, with familiarity in current and relevant platforms, software tools, and technologies
• Bachelor's Degree required
• 7+years of Work Experience

Title: Project Manager
Location: Plano, TX
Client Industry: FinTech

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com