Senior Project Manager

DescriptionKforce has a client in Elk Grove, CA that is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead data science and data engineering initiatives from planning through delivery. This role partners with technical and business teams to drive execution, manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and ensure successful project outcomes.Key Responsibilities:* Lead data science and data engineering projects through the full project lifecycle* Coordinate with engineering and business stakeholders to manage dependencies and anticipate impacts to data pipelines, reporting, and analytics* Drive project execution, proactively identifying risks, blockers, and solutions* Facilitate cross-functional meetings, track action items, and maintain project documentation* Communicate project status, decisions, and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership* Ensure clear documentation, knowledge sharing, and alignment across teamsRequirements* 5+ years of experience managing data science, analytics, or data engineering projects* Proven ability to work cross-functionally with technical and business teams* Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences* Track record of delivering results and driving projects to completion* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiativesCore Competencies:* Communication: Effectively communicates technical and business information to diverse audiences* Documentation: Maintains clear, structured documentation that promotes transparency and reproducibility* Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships and supports shared ownership across teams* Initiative: Thrives in ambiguity and proactively identifies opportunities and solutions* Attention to Detail: Delivers high-quality work with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and long-term maintainabilityJob TypeContractCompensation40 - $80