Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Location: Philadelphia, PA (mostly remote; occasional onsite required; local candidates only) Work Arrangement: Mostly Remote (occasional onsite in Philadelphia, PA) Interview Mode: Video Engagement Type: Contract-to-Hire Industry: Healthcare / Research Experience Target: 710 years

Role Overview

The Senior Project Manager leads a portfolio of complex, cross-functional projects that support organizational strategy, process improvement, and change management. This role partners closely with leadership, drives structured project planning and execution, and serves as a consulting resource for initiatives that require strong analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Must-Have Skills

• Bachelor's degree
• PMP or related project management certification
• 5+ years in project management, quality, or process improvement
• 3+ years managing cross-functional teams
• Advanced knowledge of PMBOK (charters, work plans, budgets, WBS, risk plans)
• Advanced knowledge of change management principles and organizational dynamics
• Intermediate knowledge of BABOK
• Intermediate knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma or quality improvement methodologies
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and influence without authority
• 5+ years of experience as primary or sole project manager on complex, high-risk, high-visibility projects with executive sponsors

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects from intake through closure, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy
• Define scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and success criteria
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, gather input, and coordinate cross-functional collaboration
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and documentation
• Monitor project health, track risks/issues, and proactively escalate with recommended solutions
• Provide clear, consistent communication to sponsors and leadership on progress and outcomes
• Conduct post-project evaluations, lessons learned, and ensure proper documentation archiving
• Facilitate business discussions with senior leaders and guide stakeholders toward decisions and alignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• 7+ years project management, quality, or process improvement experience
• 7+ years business analysis experience
• 3+ years experience in a healthcare or research environment
• Healthcare Industry experience

Additional Notes

• Contract-to-hire opportunity