Strategic Project Manager | Hybrid (Madison)

VLS Systems Inc; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VLS Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Project Manager in Madison, WI, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence at least once per quarter. You will guide senior leadership to translate strategy into initiative, and lead business-focused projects across multiple stakeholders.

The role emphasizes communication, EQ, and collaboration with executive teams, IT leadership, and business sponsors to drive enterprise-wide initiatives and successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience with PMP or similar certification.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing budgets.
• Ability to work with executive leadership and multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with developing strategic initiatives and business cases.
• Experience with hybrid/adaptive project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Help the executive leadership team develop a departmental strategy and define strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills and high EQ to work with business leaders.
• Lead a business-focused project management effort, not a technical role.
• Partner with the Executive team, sponsors, IT senior management, and others to align priorities.
• Facilitate business group discussions in a professional, decision-making environment.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

PMP

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

VLS Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Project Manager in Madison, WI, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence at least once per quarter. You will guide senior leadership to translate strategy into initiative, and lead business-focused projects across multiple stakeholders.

The role emphasizes communication, EQ, and collaboration with executive teams, IT leadership, and business sponsors to drive enterprise-wide initiatives and successful outcomes.