Strategic Project Manager-North America

The Strategic Project Manager plays a critical role in identifying, shaping, and evaluating high-value strategic initiatives within North America. Based in Houston, TX, this role focuses on the early phases of strategic projects (opportunity assessment, scenario modeling, and business‑case development) to ensure initiatives are analytically sound and aligned with strategic priorities before investment or execution decisions are made. The Strategic Project Manager may also lead the end‑to‑end execution of selected strategic projects as needed. Your Role at a Glance Identify strategic business problems and opportunities through structured analysis, stakeholder interviews, and process mapping. Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to compare strategic pathways and assess feasibility, cost, timing, and alignment. Define clear project scopes, assumptions, risks, and success criteria, and structure complex issues into actionable components. Prepare sophisticated ad hoc analyses consolidated into detailed reports and presentations highlighting business performance, market trends, and strategic opportunities. Facilitate cross‑functional workshops to develop, evaluate, and recommend solution options using both qualitative and quantitative inputs. Build decision‑ready business cases including ROI, NPV, payback, cost‑benefit, and multi‑scenario financial modeling. Communicate complex analyses in clear, accessible formats to ensure stakeholder alignment. Assess proposed initiatives for strategic, operational, and financial alignment, contributing to portfolio prioritization and governance. Provide concise analytical insights, risk assessments, and portfolio‑level reporting in executive‑ready formats. Define execution‑readiness criteria, success metrics, and transition plans, supporting handoff to execution teams. What Sets You Apart 7+ years of experience in Project or Portfolio Management, Project Finance, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline. PMP certification preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong problem‑solving and organizational abilities. Proven experience in strategic analysis, business case development, and financial modeling. Ability to analyze complex data and deliver clear, decision‑ready recommendations. Experience presenting business insights and recommendations to leadership. Experience supporting portfolio alignment, prioritization, and governance. Strong ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership. Ability to build alignment across cross‑functional teams. Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Power BI, MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is highly valuable; energy sector knowledge is a plus. How We Support Your Success Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Company‑Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long‑Term Disability Profit Sharing: Up to 4% 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period Paid Parental Leave (including adoption support) Paid Holidays and Vacation Time Performance‑Based Bonus Program Tuition Reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr