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Senior Project Manager

$68 per hour
Temporary

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Chicago, IL. Key Responsibilities:

  • Senior Project Manager will lead end-to-end project management for large, complex application development initiatives
  • Build and maintain detailed project plans using tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet
  • Manage project dependencies, resource allocation, timelines, and change impacts
  • Maintain and manage RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies)
  • Manage project budgets exceeding $10M, including forecasting, burn rate tracking, and budget vs. actual reporting
  • Develop and present executive-level status updates and dashboards using PowerPoint or Google Slides
  • Translate detailed project information into clear, high-level business summaries for senior leadership
  • As a Senior Project Manager, you will ensure alignment of project outcomes with business value, including revenue impact, cost savings, and process improvements
  • Facilitate clear communication and manage stakeholder expectations, including difficult conversations when needed
  • 10+ years of IT Project Management experience in structured, complex environments
  • Strong application development project management background
  • Proven experience managing large budgets ($10M+)
  • Experience presenting to senior and executive leadership
  • Strong proficiency with project planning tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar)
  • Strong organizational skills and sense of urgency
  • Calm, professional, and effective under pressure
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence without authority
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • PMI certification preferred (PMP or equivalent)

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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