Senior Project Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA options

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Hybrid work options including Redwood/

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple customer-facing projects in the Energy & Utilities space. This remote role partners with scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver complex software and services in a fast-paced environment.

You will build project plans, manage risks, and communicate clearly to enterprise clients across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Strong collaboration, judgment, and multilingual English/Spanish abilities are a plus; sponsorship is not required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management or related fields.
• Experience in a rapidly scaling startup environment is a strong plus.
• Direct experience with enterprise customers, delivering software products or services.
• Ability to collaborate with scientists and engineers while understanding technical details.
• Experience in software, AI/ML, earth science, physics, or statistical analysis is a plus.
• Strong judgment on when to apply structure versus flexibility.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Multilingual skills, especially in English and Spanish, are a plus.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for multiple client projects, ensuring successful delivery.
• Set and manage clear expectations with customers and internal teams.
• Build and maintain comprehensive project plans covering all aspects of the project.
• Ensure important information and commitments are tracked and met.
• Monitor project health using metrics and expert judgment.
• Enhance playbooks, tools, and templates for improved client engagement.
• Identify and manage risks, facilitating resolution and escalation as needed.
• Plan and facilitate effective meetings with clear agendas and outcomes.
• Create polished customer-facing materials and support technical teams in communication.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Judgment

Multilingual (English/Spanish)

Stakeholder management

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the team of a leader in the Energy & Utilities space.

This role will oversee multiple customer-facing projects, ensuring successful delivery in a fast-paced, technically complex environment. You will partner closely with scientists, engineers, and internal stakeholders to keep expectations aligned, risks managed, and commitments on track. The position calls for a strong blend of structure, judgment, and communication to support enterprise clients and help improve how projects are delivered.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $185,000 – $225,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for multiple client projects, ensuring successful delivery
• Set and manage clear expectations with customers and internal teams
• Build and maintain comprehensive project plans covering all aspects of the project
• Ensure important information and commitments are tracked and met
• Monitor project health using metrics and expert judgment
• Enhance playbooks, tools, and templates for improved client engagement
• Identify and manage risks, facilitating resolution and escalation as needed
• Plan and facilitate effective meetings with clear agendas and outcomes
• Create polished customer-facing materials and support technical teams in communication

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management or related fields
• Experience in a rapidly scaling startup environment is a strong plus
• Direct experience with enterprise customers, delivering software products or services
• Ability to collaborate with scientists and engineers while understanding technical details
• Experience in software, AI/ML, earth science, physics, or statistical analysis is a plus
• Strong judgment on when to apply structure versus flexibility
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Multilingual skills, especially in English and Spanish, are a plus
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico without sponsorship

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA) options
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity opportunities in the company
• Hybrid work environment with preference for Redwood City headquarters

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.