Senior Project Manager - Remote

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a fully remote team driving strategic initiatives across the organization. You will own end-to-end planning, execution, and closure of projects, coordinating with dispersed stakeholders and ensuring on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of project management experience, strong remote leadership, and proficiency with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methods.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in project management with remote teams.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle for strategic initiatives in a fully remote capacity.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, resource allocation, timelines, and budgets, using virtual tools.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among geographically dispersed project teams and stakeholders.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues within a remote work context.
• Monitor project progress, performance metrics, and budget adherence, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and organizational standards in all remote project endeavors.

Skills

Virtual team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Senior Project Manager to join their fully remote team, supporting key initiatives across the organization. This role is critical for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and closure of projects, regardless of geographical boundaries. You will leverage advanced communication and collaboration tools to lead project teams effectively, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive project success. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and fostering a productive remote work culture, ensuring seamless operations and strategic project alignment from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle for strategic initiatives in a fully remote capacity.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, resource allocation, timelines, and budgets, using virtual tools.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among geographically dispersed project teams and stakeholders.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues within a remote work context.
• Monitor project progress, performance metrics, and budget adherence, providing regular and transparent updates to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and organizational standards in all remote project endeavors.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant emphasis on managing remote or distributed teams.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire virtual teams to achieve project objectives.
• Expertise in utilizing a range of project management software and collaborative platforms for remote work.
• Deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, and/or Waterfall methodologies.
• Exceptional virtual communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A forward-thinking and inclusive company culture that embraces remote collaboration.