Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
The Senior Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives is responsible for managing cross-functional projects that support Atrium's broader business objectives . This individual collaborates with project sponsors, business leaders, clients, and cross-functional teams to move initiatives from planning through implementation and post-launch stabilization, ensuring projects remain aligned with defined goals, timelines, and operational needs.

The ideal candidate combines strong project management fundamentals with sound business judgment, curiosity, and the ability to navigate evolving priorities. They communicate effectively with stakeholders at varying levels, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and develop practical recommendations that support successful project delivery.

This individual is comfortable coordinating leadership updates, facilitating cross-functional working sessions, and rolling up their sleeves to move work forward. Success in this role requires organization, initiative, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities
Strategic Project Leadership

• Lead c omplex, multi-workstream initiatives from discovery through implementation and post-launch stabilization.
• Translate business objectives into actionable project plans , balancing scope, priorities, timelines, and organizational readiness.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, governance structures, and communication plans.
• Support timely decision-making by identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities early while presenting practical recommendations.
• Continuously evaluate processes and recommend scalable improvements that support business growth.

Stakeholder & Executive Partnership

• Serve as the central point of coordination for executive sponsors, business leaders, vendors, and clients throughout project execution.
• Coordinate and f acilitate executive meetings, steering committees, and cross-functional working sessions that drive alignment and decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with internal and external partners, influencing outcomes through trust, transparency, and effective communication.
• Present project status, risks, recommendations, and business impacts to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner.
• Influence stakeholders across multiple business areas to achieve project objectives without direct authority.

Delivery Excellence

• Manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities while maintaining high-quality execution.
• Establish and maintain appropriate project governance, milestones, success metrics, and reporting.
• Monitor budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Ensure project documentation, risks, issues, and decisions are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive accountability across project teams to ensure commitments are met.

Collaboration & Project Leadership

• Foster collaboration and accountability across cross-functional project teams.
• Share Project Management knowledge and contribute to the continued development of the Strategic Initiatives department
• Apply and p romote project management best practices a cross assigned initiatives
• Coordinate stakeholders and project contributors through clear communication, follow-up, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6 + years leading complex cross-functional projects, preferably within staffing, contingent workforce, HR technology, payroll, or professional services.
• Experience managing cross- functional initiatives involving multiple business areas and executive stakeholders.
• Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to influence decision-making without direct authority.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to quickly understand operational processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Experience supporting organizational change, competing priorities, and ambiguous environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, facilitation, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience with project management software/tools (e.g. Microsoft Suite, Jira, Visio)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time

• Ability to commute to and work onsite in our Holmdel , NJ office on a hybrid schedule

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits
Atrium offers a comprehensive Atrium Care Package , available upon eligibility, including:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Program with employer match
• Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Perks:

• Uncapped Commission
• Summer Fridays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule, 3 days a week on-site
• Vibrant company culture with monthly events and in-office amenities
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Discounts through Working Advantage
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Commuter Benefit Program

COMPENSATION
The anticipated base salary range is $115,000-$125,000 , plus an annual year-end bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on experience.

About Atrium Founded in 1995, Atrium is a WBENC-certified leader in Extended Workforce Management and Talent Solutions, blending technology and human expertise to help leading brands reimagine how work gets done. Atrium delivers its market-leading solutions through four divisions: Talent Solutions, AtriumWORKS™, HR Advisory Services, and Atrium Innovation Research™ (AIR). All offerings integrate seamlessly to create flexible programs built for the evolving world of work. What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to your growth and success. By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
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Position ID: 1238