Senior Data & Analytics Project Lead

Starburst; Louisiana; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity packages (ISOs)

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Starburst Data is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee strategic projects and client initiatives. You will lead end-to-end delivery, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring success within scope, time, and budget.

This role requires extensive PM experience in data analytics, strong communication, and proactive ownership. Based in the US East, you will work with engineering, product, and sales to deliver value and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the technology sector, preferably in data analytics.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative with minimal supervision.
• PMP or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints.
• Manage multiple projects with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and sales to drive project success.
• Define project objectives, requirements, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Establish clear communication lines within the project team and with stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure deliverables meet high quality standards and align with Starburst’s excellence.
• Interface with clients to understand requirements and expectations; drive client satisfaction.
• Drive customer adoption by ensuring delivered solutions deliver business value.
• Act as trusted advisor with industry best practices.
• Identify opportunities for expanding client engagement and value.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and best practices in PM.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Agile methodologies

PM certification

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Starburst Data is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee strategic projects and client initiatives. You will lead end-to-end delivery, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring success within scope, time, and budget.

This role requires extensive PM experience in data analytics, strong communication, and proactive ownership. Based in the US East, you will work with engineering, product, and sales to deliver value and client satisfaction.