Project Manager III

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 22 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - To 2026-05-29
50% Travel

Skills

Seasoned Tech PM with deep PM skills but can also apply at the enterprise level Someone who can pivot from an Infrastructure (Waterfall based) project to a complex Systems Implementation (Kanban/Scrum) Looking for depth (long-term
complex projects) but also breadth (not just one industry) in experience Consulting background (Big 5 or similar Consulting background is STRONGLY preferred) Engineering or CS background helpful (anything that demonstrates sound logic and proble
Kanban experience with Agile mindset Big on Visualization show progress as opposed to just textMUST BE ABLE TO WORK ONSITE IN NEWPORT BEACH
CA 92660 2-3X PER WEEK ONSITE
MAYBE MORE IN THE FUTURE

Job Details

Position Title: Technical Project Manager III
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Expected Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: [CONTRACT], [Hybrid]
Job Description:
  • Client is looking for hire four Senior Project Managers to support enterprise-wide technical projects.
  • They are looking for these individuals to come onsite to Newport Beach 2x a week.
  • As a Sr. Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technology, data, strategy, and process-related projects.
  • This role involves managing cross-functional teams, coordinating resources, and ensuring alignment with business goals.
Technical Skills:
Must Have:
  • Ability to identify technical activities, ask critical questions, coach others, and drive change.
  • Proficiency in MS productivity tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel) and project management tools (Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps, SmartSheet).
  • Experience with visualization/analytics tools like PowerBI.
Nice to Have: Background in strategic management or consulting, MBA, PMP, Agile certifications.
Responsibilities:
  • Drive complex, cross-functional projects.
  • Maintain project schedules and documents.
  • Lead and influence stakeholders and project teams.
  • Establish and maintain scope, plans, and resources.
  • Create and maintain project artifacts (CBAs, Charters, RAID logs, status reports).
  • Manage project budgets and track expenses.
  • Serve as a liaison between Technology, Corporate, and Divisional teams.
  • Support organizational communications and change management.
Experience Required:
  • 7-10 years in program/project management (Waterfall & Agile).
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).
  • Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in project management and MS productivity tools.
  • Knowledge of IT topics and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strategic management or consulting background.
  • MBA, PMP, Agile certifications.
  • Experience in insurance or financial services industry.
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