Project Manager Collegeville, - PA - Pennsylvania

Job Description:

10+ years of progressive project management experience

Proven track record leading large-scale, cross-functional business and

technology projects

Experience managing projects from initiation, planning, execution,

monitoring, and closure

Strong background in stakeholder management and executive-level

communication

Demonstrated success managing project budgets, schedules, resources,

risks, and dependencies

Ability to influence and drive outcomes across teams without direct authority

Experience working with senior leadership and supporting strategic business

initiatives

Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills

Required Skills & Qualifications

Core Skills

Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and

governance frameworks

Expertise in project planning, scheduling, tracking, and delivery management

Strong experience with budget management, forecasting, and resource planning

Proven ability to manage risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar)

Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Leadership & Communication Skills

Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities

Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels

Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and facilitation skills

Ability to influence outcomes and drive accountability without direct authority

Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Proven leadership capabilities in complex, matrixed environments

Additional Notes

This is a senior-level role responsible for leading complex projects and strategic initiatives across the organization.

The position requires a highly organized, proactive professional capable of operating independently and engaging effectively with executive leadership.

Responsibilities may expand based on business needs, organizational priorities, and project portfolio demands.

Key Responsibilities

(These responsibilities are not exhaustive and may evolve based on business needs.)

Project Leadership & Delivery

Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of multiple

concurrent projects and strategic initiatives

Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, milestones,

deliverables, and resource plans

Establish project governance structures and ensure adherence to organizational

standards and best practices

Drive project execution through effective coordination of cross-functional teams

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and quality

expectations

Manage project lifecycle activities from initiation through closure

Facilitate project reviews, stage-gate approvals, and executive reporting

activities

Stakeholder & Executive Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with executive leadership, business

stakeholders, and delivery teams

Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communications and

escalations

Prepare and deliver executive-level status updates, presentations, and project

reports

Lead stakeholder meetings and decision-making sessions

Align business objectives, priorities, and project outcomes across multiple

stakeholder groups

Ensure stakeholder expectations are effectively managed throughout the project

lifecycle

Project Planning & Governance

Develop detailed project charters, project management plans, schedules, and

delivery roadmaps

Define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes

Establish project controls and governance processes to ensure consistent

execution

Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions when necessary

Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with internal standards

and regulatory requirements where applicable

Risk, Issue & Dependency Management

Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, issues, assumptions, and

dependencies

Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize delivery

impacts

Escalate critical risks and issues appropriately while driving resolution

Conduct ongoing project health assessments and risk reviews

Ensure dependencies across teams and external partners are effectively

coordinated

Financial & Resource Management

Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking activities

Monitor project expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets

Support business case development and investment planning activities

Coordinate resource allocation and capacity planning across project teams

Optimize resource utilization while balancing competing organizational priorities

Vendor & Third-Party Management

Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and service providers

Coordinate vendor deliverables and ensure contractual commitments are met

Monitor vendor performance and address delivery concerns proactively

Facilitate alignment between internal teams and third-party partners

Support vendor selection, onboarding, and project engagement activities as

required

Communication & Reporting

Create and maintain project dashboards, status reports, executive summaries,

and performance metrics

Ensure transparent communication of project progress, risks, milestones, and

decisions

Present project updates to leadership and governance committees

Drive accountability through clear communication of actions, ownership, and

deadlines

Develop communication plans that support stakeholder engagement and

project success

Leadership & Strategic Support

Partner with senior leadership on strategic initiatives and organizational priorities

Provide project management expertise and guidance to business and functional

teams

Support prioritization and portfolio planning discussions

Drive alignment between project objectives and broader business strategies

Mentor junior project coordinators and project managers where applicable

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes, workflows, tools,

and standards

Promote consistent project management methodologies and governance

practices

Develop and maintain templates, reporting mechanisms, and project

management artifacts

Implement lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives across

projects

Contribute to maturity and optimization of project management capabilities

within the organization