Sr. Project Manager

Copyright Clearance Center; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus eligible

Job summary

Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs across the full lifecycle, including Agile Release Train and Professional Services. You will shape delivery strategy, drive execution standards, and mentor teammates.

You will develop plans and budgets, manage risks, and provide executive-level reporting to senior stakeholders. The role supports pre-sales activities, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and

Qualifications

• 6–9+ years of progressive project management experience.
• Lean-Agile certification required; PMP/PRINCE2 preferred.
• Experience across the software development lifecycle in multiple delivery environments.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, forecasts, SOWs, RFP responses, and contracts.
• Proficient with enterprise PM tools: Jira, Smartsheet, MS 365, Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs and projects, defining delivery strategies, governance, and execution plans.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, forecasts, and RAID frameworks; address risks and variances.
• Act as SME in project management methodologies; drive SAFe, Lean-Agile, PMI adoption.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams; provide executive reporting and manage expectations.
• Lead change management and continuous improvement; contribute to GPMO standards and best practices.
• Oversee delivery coordination across internal and distributed teams; ensure alignment and accountability.
• Support pre-sales activities including SOW development, RFP responses, and contract alignment.
• Mentor junior PMs, participate in recruitment and onboarding, contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile SAFe

Budget forecasting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Information Sciences/Software Engineering/Business

Advanced certification (masters or PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

Jira

Smartsheet

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

PROJECT MGMT OFFICE Full Time Employee Professional 2 Cambridge, MA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2143

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

The Senior Project Manager will have a proven track record of independently managing high-stakes, complex programs across the full delivery lifecycle of programs which may include an Agile Release Train (Product), Software Professional Services (SPS/Hybrid), or Corporate Programs, and will be expected to shape delivery strategy, define ways of working and drive consistent execution standards across the team. Beyond hands-on delivery ownership, the Sr. Project Manager serves as a technical authority and mentor to less experienced practitioners, contributes actively to the evolution of GPMO practice and engages confidently with senior stakeholders to influence outcomes and manage complexity at scale.

Compensation range: $125,000 - $140,000

Other compensation: Performance bonus eligible

The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, licensure, certifications, related experience and other related factors.

What you will be doing:

• Independently lead end-to-end delivery of complex, high-priority programs and concurrent projects of varying scope and duration, defining delivery strategies, priorities, governance structures, and execution plans to ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, budgets, forecasts, and RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies) frameworks, proactively addressing risks, financial variances, competing priorities, and delivery challenges.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in project management methodologies, driving the adoption and continuous improvement of SAFe, Lean-Agile, PMI, and other relevant practices to enhance delivery efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, clients, and cross-functional teams, providing executive-level reporting, managing expectations, resolving competing priorities, and influencing decisions without direct authority.
• Lead change management efforts and continuous improvement initiatives, identifying systemic challenges, implementing process enhancements, and contributing to GPMO standards, governance, documentation, and best practices.
• Oversee delivery coordination across internal, external, and geographically distributed teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, effective communication, and consistent execution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support pre-sales and commercial delivery activities, where applicable, including statements of work (SOWs), RFI/RFP responses, project scoping, contract alignment, and financial oversight.
• Mentor and coach junior project management professionals, contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and professional development, and actively participate in GPMO improvement initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Sciences, Software Engineering, Business, or a related field required; master’s degree or advanced certification preferred.
• 6–9+ years of progressive project management experience, including independently leading complex, high-priority programs and managing multiple concurrent initiatives through the full project lifecycle.
• Lean-Agile certification required (e.g., CSM, PSM, SAFe Practitioner, PMI-ACP); traditional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects across the software development lifecycle, with exposure to multiple delivery environments, including product development, professional services, or corporate program management, strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage program budgets, financial forecasts, commercial commitments, and contractual requirements; experience supporting pre-sales activities, including SOW development, RFP responses, and project scoping, preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with enterprise project management and collaboration tools, including Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and retrospective tools; software development or technical background preferred.

A pioneer in voluntary collective licensing , CCC is a leading information solutions provider to organizations around the world. CCC works to advance copyright, accelerate knowledge, and power innovation. CCC helps organizations harness the power of data, AI, and machine learning to drive strategic decision-making, grow their businesses, and gain competitive advantage.

When you join CCC, you become part of a dynamic organization strengthened by our community. We care about our team members and clients. We strive to create advanced technology in a vibrant, innovative culture. CCC provides excellent benefits.

CCC is an Equal Opportunity, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans Affidictive Action Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and/or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.