Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Stamford, CT

Type: Contract

Category: Program/Project Management

Industry: Communications

Reference ID: JN -072026-108141

Date Posted: 07/30/2026

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Description:

On-site in Stamford, CT

Our client seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives within Business Integration with emphasis on Device Swap Governance programs and operational transformation. The role spans full lifecycle delivery from definition through implementation, aligning to business objectives, enabling execution excellence, and driving effective change management. The position operates in a fast-paced environment and requires a self-directed individual who brings structure, clarity, and accountability while delivering measurable outcomes.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $70.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, including planning, execution, implementation, and post-launch support.

• Manage multiple, concurrent workstreams aligned to scope, schedule, and business goals.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, and deliverables.

• Own and manage RAID logs, including mitigation and escalation strategies.

• Apply Agile and Waterfall methodologies as appropriate.

• Utilize project management tools such as Jira and Wrike to track progress and ensure transparency.

• Navigate shifting priorities and ambiguity to maintain delivery momentum.

• Build strong cross-functional relationships across Product, Technology, Operations, and Customer teams.

• Drive stakeholder alignment, facilitate decision-making, and influence outcomes without direct authority.

• Prepare and deliver executive-level communications, including weekly and monthly status updates.

• Proactively identify risks and issues, escalate effectively, and drive timely resolution.

• Establish structure and discipline in project execution and improve PMO processes.

Experience Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.

• Strong foundation in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

• Proven experience developing detailed project plans and managing RAID logs.

• Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Wrike, or similar platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including executive-level presentations.

• Preferred: experience in telecommunications, device lifecycle management, or operational transformation initiatives.

• Preferred: experience within a PMO or governance-driven environment.

• Preferred: PMP, Agile, or other relevant project management certification.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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