Strategic Project Manager

Kforce Inc; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Strategic Project Manager for our Fort Washington, PA client. You will lead and manage complex, cross-functional programs, defining objectives, scope, timelines, and success metrics with key stakeholders.

The role requires 7+ years in project or program management, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and experience guiding governance processes and executive communications. PMP or similar certification is a plus, with strong planning and change management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of project/program management or business transformation experience.
• Experience leading large-scale cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience supporting executive leadership and governance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex cross-functional programs and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders to define objectives, scope, timelines, and success metrics.
• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate efforts across multiple teams to ensure alignment and successful execution.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, governance reviews, and decision-making discussions.
• Prepare presentations, status reports, business cases, and executive communications.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and drive timely resolution.
• Support implementation, business readiness, operational readiness, and change management activities.
• Monitor program progress and drive accountability for key deliverables and outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational initiatives as needed.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project planning

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PM certification

Job description

Kforce has a client in need of a Strategic Project Manager in Fort Washington, PA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, cross-functional programs and strategic initiatives
• Partner with business stakeholders to define objectives, scope, timelines, and success metrics
• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies
• Coordinate efforts across multiple teams to ensure alignment and successful execution
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, governance reviews, and decision-making discussions
• Prepare presentations, status reports, business cases, and executive communications
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and drive timely resolution
• Support implementation, business readiness, operational readiness, and change management activities
• Monitor program progress and drive accountability for key deliverables and outcomes
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational initiatives as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Project management certification is a plus
• 7+ years of project management, program management, or business transformation experience
• Experience leading large-scale initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Strong project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience supporting executive leadership and governance processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with change management, process improvement, or operational transformation initiatives

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.