Project Manager III

Enterprise Project Management Office Summary: The Project Manager III leads complex, cross‑functional projects with significant organizational impact. They independently lead medium to large initiatives and serve as a mentor to other project managers while acting as a senior escalation resource for complex project and stakeholder challenges. The role blends demonstrated project management experience with thought leadership to contribute to the ePMO’s effectiveness and continuous improvement. Project Manager III Profile Project Complexity: Medium to large cross‑functional projects requiring coordination across multiple departments Supervision: Operates with minimal supervision; serves as an escalation resource for other project managers Stakeholder Exposure: Works with coordinating managers and multiple sponsors to align priorities, resolve conflicts, and maintain cross‑department coordination Experience: 5–9 years of project management experience leading complex initiatives Decision Authority: Makes significant decisions regarding scope, schedule, resources, and risk management; escalates only major strategic or organizational issues Essential Duties and Responsibilities Project Leadership Leads collaboration among sponsors and stakeholders to clarify goals, priorities, assumptions, and constraints Facilitates discussions enabling stakeholders to evaluate trade‑offs and reach alignment on project direction Builds trust as a collaborative partner and change agent supporting organizational priorities Guides stakeholders through complex decisions while maintaining project momentum Requires minimal supervision; capable of navigating project complexities, escalating risks, and reporting key updates to leadership Project Definition & Planning Partners with sponsors to define initiative goals, scope, success criteria, and strategic alignment Develops comprehensive Project Overview documents, including definition of done, assumptions, risks, approach, timeline, resources, and stakeholder alignment Designs stakeholder communication and engagement strategies for complex, cross‑functional initiatives Facilitates planning discussions that help sponsors evaluate priorities, trade‑offs, and resource constraints Project Management Partners with senior sponsors to clarify business needs, strategic objectives, and success criteria Leads execution of complex cross‑functional projects involving multiple departments and competing priorities Manages scope, schedule, and budget while balancing stakeholder expectations and organizational constraints Proactively navigates complex stakeholder dynamics and facilitates alignment among leadership Anticipates risks and implements mitigation strategies before issues arise" Ensures complete and accurate documentation to support effective decision‑making Integrates hybrid delivery approaches across internal and external teams Maintains high levels of transparency across stakeholders and leadership Team Management Leads cross‑functional teams spanning multiple departments Guides teams through ambiguity, competing priorities, and shifting organizational needs Drives accountability and results without direct authority Uses Kanban and workflow practices to improve team coordination and transparency Resolves interpersonal conflicts and strengthens team collaboration Mentors team members and junior project managers to build delivery capabilities Vendor and Partner Management Serves as lead or co‑lead for complex vendor engagements Facilitates statements of work, change orders, and vendor performance discussions Leads vendor negotiations related to scope adjustments, deliverables, and timelines Resolves vendor performance issues and escalates critical concerns when necessary Advises leadership on vendor capabilities and risks during project execution Partners with Vendor Management and Security teams to ensure compliance and best practices Enterprise Project Portfolio Support Updates project portfolio Publishes periodic portfolio updates Supports ongoing work braiding Supports Cohort meetings ePMO Development Identifies opportunities to improve ePMO tools, templates, and delivery practices Proposes refinements to strengthen governance and execution Coaches and mentors Level I–II project managers Promotes a culture of project excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement Qualifications Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree required Agile and PMI (PMP or PgMP) certification preferred 5–9 years of project management experience leading complex initiatives Skills & Competencies Active listening skills to understand user needs Ability to take constructive feedback and act on it Stakeholder engagement and strong communication with coordinating managers Navigating cross‑functional, multi‑stakeholder collaborative environments Leadership, communication, and group facilitation Humility and willingness to learn; prioritizes project and stakeholder needs Presentation skills, including ability to provide key updates to management Project planning, budgeting, and cost controls Risk management Technical Skills Proficiency in business productivity tools (Google, MS Office, Figma, etc.) Experience with project management tools (Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, etc.) Work Environment This position regularly works in an office environment in Boston, Massachusetts. Engagement with Christian Science Mother Church membership is preferred. Salary Range $130,089 – $169,114.80 Legal and Eligibility In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr The First Church of Christ, Scientist