Technical Consulting Senior Project Manager

Broadcom; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 123,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadcom seeks a Principal IT Project Manager in the Mainframe Software Division to direct complex, cross-functional software migration programs. You will set governance, build schedules, manage budgets and risks, and deliver successful project outcomes with executive stakeholder alignment.

You will lead large teams, mentor staff, and drive process improvements across multiple Fortune 500 engagements, ensuring quality and on-time delivery in a highly matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• PMP Certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• 12+ years of related project management experience; 1-3+ years in Mainframe software project management.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Direction & Leadership: Drive large-scale projects from inception to implementation.
• Project Governance: Create and implement project policies and quality standards.
• Financial & Risk Management: Establish budgets, forecast expenditures, manage risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate status and ROI to executive leadership.
• Process Improvement: Analyze efficiency and streamline workflows.
• Team Leadership: Mentor project teams and manage resources.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree (business/engineering)

PMP Certification

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Technical Consulting Principal Project Manager The Broadcom Mainframe Software Division (MSD) is looking for a Principal level IT Technical Project Manager to direct complex, high-stake cross functional software migration and related projects, typically overseeing portfolios related to program level engagements. This role is related to MSD Technical Consulting Services billable engagements for large, diverse Fortune 500 companies. The Principal Project Manager defines governance and strategy, identifies and manages stakeholders, creates formal kickoff deliverables, builds project schedules, manages budgets, risks and issues provides expert leadership with a proven track record of successful execution managing mainframe software projects. Ability to measure projects and independently drive execution and own responsibility for overall success of projects with experience documenting projects as reference/success stories. Accomplished project delivery is the key performance metric for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Direction & Leadership: Driving large-scale, complex projects from inception to implementation, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Project Governance: Creating and implementing project policies, procedures, and quality control standards.
• Financial & Risk Management: Establishing budgets, controlling costs, forecasting expenditures, and managing risk mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicating project status, risks, and ROI to executive leadership, while managing relationships with clients and internal partners.
• Process Improvement: Analyzing operational efficiency and developing solutions, to streamline workflows.
• Team Leadership: Mentoring and guiding project teams, delegating tasks, and managing Broadcom and customer project resources.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Bachelors in business, engineering, or a related field; certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional) are often preferred or 12+ years of related experience or Masters degree and 10+ years of related experience Requires 10+ years of project management experience, often with a focus on cross-functional, large-scale projects. 1-3+ years of Mainframe Software project management experience required.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of project management tools, databases, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Leadership/Soft Skills: Excellent communication, strategic thinking, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Certification: PMP Certification or equivalent experience is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 123,100.00 To USD 197,000.00 As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical
• dental and vision plans
• 401(K) participation including company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company paid holidays
• paid sick leave and vacation time

The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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