Senior Project Manager - Portfolio & Strategy Lead

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational fee discounts

University benefits

Job summary

University of Missouri-St. Louis is hiring a Project Manager - Expert within Information Technology Services to lead and manage complex projects and portfolios.

You will evaluate priorities, resources, and risks, while aligning with organizational goals and delivering centralized leadership in project planning and execution. The role includes mentoring teams and promoting consistent project management practices across leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 4+ years of work experience required.
• PMP Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans covering scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risks.
• Build a centralized leadership project portfolio and coordinate resources with functional managers.
• Provide mentoring and SME guidance to project teams and leadership.
• Lead project governance, charters, funding estimates, and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor progress, manage changes, and ensure delivery within scope, time, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Project governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification

Job description

University of Missouri-St. Louis is hiring a Project Manager - Expert within Information Technology Services to lead and manage complex projects and portfolios.

You will evaluate priorities, resources, and risks, while aligning with organizational goals and delivering centralized leadership in project planning and execution. The role includes mentoring teams and promoting consistent project management practices across leadership and stakeholders.