Project Manager/Sr. Consultant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager/Sr. Consultant to lead complex IT initiatives in Peridot, Arizona. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a strategic project leader who can align project goals, resources, budgets, and stakeholder expectations while driving measurable results. The role requires strong cross-functional coordination, client engagement, and a disciplined approach to delivery within Agile and traditional project environments.

Responsibilities:
Lead large-scale, high-impact projects from initiation through completion, ensuring scope, timelines, and deliverables remain on track.
Define project objectives, work plans, staffing needs, and required resources while addressing risks and resolving issues across teams.
Oversee budget planning and resource distribution to support efficient execution and successful project outcomes.
Partner with business stakeholders and clients to clarify service expectations, gather requirements, and improve delivery strategies.
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to evaluate services, manage partnerships, and support procurement-related activities such as proposal development.
Build and guide project teams by assigning responsibilities, supporting performance, and encouraging technical and functional growth throughout the engagement.
Establish progress tracking methods, monitor milestones, and implement corrective actions when project performance deviates from plan.
Conduct strategic analysis to support decision-making, identify opportunities for process improvement, and help implement operational changes.
Represent client priorities in discussions with leadership and collaborate across functions to solve problems and drive project success.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive experience managing IT projects, including responsibility for complex, enterprise-level initiatives.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required; an advanced degree is preferred.
PMP or a comparable project management certification is preferred.
Hands-on knowledge of Agile Scrum practices and the ability to apply structured project management methodologies effectively.
Experience managing project budgets, timelines, resources, vendors, and stakeholder communications.
Proficiency with Atlassian Jira and related project tracking tools.
Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.

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