Project Manager/Sr. Consultant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager/Sr. Consultant to lead large-scale IT initiatives and drive enterprise-level transformations. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology solutions with business objectives while ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and effective stakeholder engagement. Based in Santa Ana, California, the position offers the opportunity to manage complex projects, mentor teams, and foster innovation in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities:
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-level IT projects, including system integrations, infrastructure upgrades, and cloud migrations.
Collaborate with executive stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria aligned with organizational goals.
Develop comprehensive project plans, track progress, and maintain reporting dashboards for senior leadership.
Identify risks, dependencies, and challenges, implementing proactive solutions to ensure project continuity.
Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiations, performance monitoring, and adherence to service agreements.
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial metrics, ensuring cost-effectiveness and benefits realization.
Facilitate steering committees and provide executive-level updates to drive accountability and decision-making.
Lead change management efforts to promote adoption and minimize operational disruptions.
Mentor and guide less experienced project team members, fostering a culture of growth and development.
Champion process improvements and implement delivery best practices across agile, predictive, and hybrid methodologies.

Requirements

A minimum of 7 years of experience managing large-scale IT projects and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in project management methodologies, including agile, predictive, and hybrid approaches.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging executive leaders.
Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, vendor management, and contract negotiations.
Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Project, Power BI, and Smartsheet.
PMP certification or equivalent project management credential is required.
Agile or Scrum certification is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory; a Master's degree is preferred.

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