Senior Project Manager (PMP) - ON SITE AS NEEDED/HYBRID ETC

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager (PMP) to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives in Connecticut. The role emphasizes delivering programs on time, within scope, and within budget, utilizing Planview, SAFe 6.0, Waterfall, and Hybrid practices.

You will partner with senior leadership, govern projects at portfolio level, and mentor teams across technology, operations, and finance, ensuring clear communication and strong stakeholder alignment

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on project and program management experience.
• Experience delivering complex enterprise initiatives (Aerospace or Supply Chain preferred).
• Proven ability to interact with senior executives and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale projects and programs, including planning, scoping, scheduling, and execution.
• Develop and maintain project plans and status reports using Planview or similar tools.
• Manage relationships with senior leadership and provide regular updates and strategic recommendations.
• Establish partnerships with cross-functional teams across technology, operations, and finance.
• Monitor milestones, budgets, risks, and dependencies with proactive mitigation.
• Facilitate governance processes and executive reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Program management

SAFe 6.0

Agile & Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/IT/PM

Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred

Tools

Planview

Jira

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager (PMP) to lead and oversee complex, cross‑functional initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate has a strong background in hands‑on project and program management, excels at influencing and communicating with senior leadership, and is proficient in enterprise project portfolio management tools such as Planview. Projects are delivered either via SAFe 6.0 Agile Practices, Waterfall and/or a Hybrid Practice. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable plans, while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The Senior Project Manager will serve as a primary point of coordination, communication, and accountability for all assigned initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, Project Management, or related field (master’s degree or PMP certification preferred).
• At least 10 years of hands‑on project and program management experience, with a strong track record of delivering complex enterprise‑level initiatives (Experience within Aerospace and/or Supply Chain Verticals is preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to interact with, influence, and present to senior executives and key stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency with Planview or similar portfolio and project management tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
• Ability to lead multiple initiatives concurrently in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency using Jira and Microsoft Office 365.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP and SSM or CSM). Knowledge of SAFe 6.0 Practices and standard SDLC Practices are also required.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership:
  • Lead end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale projects and programs, including planning, scoping, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and execution.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and status reports using tools such as Planview or similar PPM platforms.
  • Manage relationships with senior leadership, providing regular updates, presenting strategic recommendations, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Establish strong partnerships with cross‑functional teams, including technology, operations, finance, and business stakeholders.
  • Monitor and track project milestones, budgets, risks, and dependencies, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Facilitate governance processes, including steering committee updates, executive reporting, and portfolio‑level alignment.
  • Implement project management best practices, methodologies, and templates to drive consistency and quality across initiatives.
  • Lead project teams through issue resolution, change management activities, and decision‑making processes.
  • Ensure all documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements are met throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Plan and prioritize team workloads by accurately estimating resources and timelines, proactively identifying risks, monitoring execution against key metrics, and adapting swiftly to contingencies.
  • Lead and mentor a team providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure high‑quality deliverables.
  • Coordinate daily activities, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture focused on continuous improvement and excellence in testing practices.
  • Lead teams in a Waterfall and/or Agile Environment.
• Test Planning and Strategy:
  • Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies based on project requirements, specifications, and risk assessments.
  • Define test objectives, scope, and timelines, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to review and refine testing requirements, acceptance criteria, and test coverage.
• Execution and Monitoring:
  • Lead and manage project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  • Monitor project progress, including adherence to timelines and budgets.
  • Address and resolve any issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide regular updates on project status.
  • Ensure stakeholder expectations are managed and met.
  • Expert at positively mitigating issues leading to a positive outcome.
  • Ability to manage a diverse team of experts.
• Quality Assurance Processes:
  • Establish and maintain QA best practices, standards, and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency in testing activities.
  • Implement and enforce quality assurance processes throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to release management.
  • Conduct periodic reviews and audits to assess the effectiveness of QA processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Communication and Reporting:
  • Communicate progress and issues effectively to project stakeholders, including program managers, developers, and business analysts.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to facilitate communication and resolution of risk/issues and dependencies.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Prepare and present project reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  • Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost‑efficiency.
  • Track expenditures and resource utilization.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Evaluate project outcomes and processes for opportunities to improve efficiency.
    • Implement best practices and lessons learned in future projects.

  Additional Information

  This position may require occasional travel or flexible working hours, depending on project needs and timelines. The position is officially based in Connecticut and is hybrid, so perhaps two to three days in the office. The Senior Project Manager will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including development, product management, and customer support, to ensure the successful delivery of high‑quality software products.