Sr. Principal Project Manager

Responsibilities Partner with customer leadership as a trusted advisor, shaping strategic decision‑making and navigating tradeoffs across scope, schedule, cost, and risk. Lead end‑to‑end project planning and reporting, proactively managing risk and framing key decisions through the lens of impact and prioritization. Develop and/or oversee the development of project plans and schedules. Manage the contract change process as needed. Coordinate project implementation plans. Ensure that projects are properly tested, approved, and documented. Set the strategy for projects based on the business unit's priorities. Lead and coach assigned project team members. Manage and determine budget, timelines, priorities, and resources for the project. Identify and mitigate risks across the project lifecycle through proactive planning and by implementing an effective escalation process. Stay current on industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies relevant to utility operations. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance/Accounting, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. 15+ years of progressive experience in project, program or business management. Proven experience leading large‑scale, complex projects and managing executive‑level customer relationships. Experience working in global professional services or product delivery/implementation teams. Experience with PERT/CPM and Microsoft Project. International project management experience and understanding of international cultures and business transactions preferred. Electrical utility industry and/or automation/SCADA project experience preferred. Ability to travel up to 20%. Location & Work Schedule Based in Medina, Minnesota. The role follows our 4‑1 hybrid model: employees are expected to work in the office 4 days per week and may work remotely 1 day per week, unless an approved accommodation is in place. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $127,000.00 – $158,700.00. This role is also eligible for bonus or variable incentive pay. Benefits include paid time off, charitable giveback day, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. Work Authorization AspenTech will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. AspenTech does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related conditions, marital status, familial status, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military service or protected Veteran Status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable Accommodation: We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who have a disability or sincere religious reasons to request accommodation, when necessary to enable the individual to participate in the job application or interview process. If you wish to request an accommodation, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr