Senior Project Manager (Vendor Engagement)

Job Title

Summary: This role offers flexible, fully remote work with the requirement to be able to work EST. The duration is 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the external vendor and all internal stakeholder teams.
• Facilitate regular meetings, establish clear communication channels, and foster a collaborative environment across distributed locations.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues clearly to the IT Director and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver regular progress reports with actionable insights.
• Partner with the vendor to ensure their deliverables are on schedule and meet the company's quality, security, and technical standards.
• Help navigate internal processes and resolve roadblocks.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Escalate critical issues to leadership when necessary.
• Ensure all project-related documentation is up-to-date, organized, and shared with relevant parties.
• Maintain clarity on decisions and outcomes.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects in IT environments, particularly with vendor or third-party integrations.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and consensus across distributed teams.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and their application in integration and project execution.
• Proficiency with JIRA and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills—especially in remote-first environments.
• Identify and fill gaps across teams, disciplines, and workstreams to support continuous program delivery.
• Ability to work independently while remaining collaborative and responsive to stakeholder needs.

Preferred Skills

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification.
• Familiarity with AI concepts and their application in software development or business processes.
• Experience in the insurance industry, particularly in underwriting.