Project Manager- Strategic Projects

NexGen Contracting•Franklin, TN

17h

About The Position

NexGen is seeking a Project Manager, Strategic Projects, based in Franklin, Tennessee. Remote work with travel will be considered. The role leads complex, cross-functional projects from planning through closeout, translating strategic initiatives into executable plans and delivering measurable outcomes aligned with NexGen’s strategic objectives. The Project Manager coordinates stakeholders, establishes project governance and controls, and manages scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks, issues, and changes. The role provides concise reporting and recommendations to leadership and project sponsors, supports portfolio planning, and maintains project information in approved PMO systems. Travel requirements are up to 20%. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, and five to seven years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, stakeholders, and executive reporting.
Organized and execution-focused, with project planning, governance, stakeholder coordination, and project controls capabilities.
Proactive problem-solving and effective communication skills, including the ability to drive accountability and escalate issues appropriately.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
Travel up to 20%.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Nice To Haves

PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, change management, or similar credentials.
Energetic, self-motivated approach and enjoyment of teamwork, collaboration, and professional development.

Responsibilities

Translate strategic initiatives into executable project plans with clear scope, milestones, resources, and accountability.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align execution with strategic objectives.
Establish project governance, workstream ownership, decision-making, and escalation processes.
Manage schedules, budgets, resources, forecasts, and corrective actions.
Manage project risks, issues, scope, and change control.
Define and track KPIs, milestones, benefits, and project outcomes.
Provide concise, decision-ready reporting and recommendations to leadership and project sponsors.
Lead workstream execution and hold owners accountable for commitments, quality, and issue resolution.
Coordinate implementation readiness, communications, training, handoffs, and sustainment.
Maintain accurate project documentation and current information within approved PMO systems.
Drive continuous improvement through technology, lessons learned, and after-action reviews.
Support portfolio planning and exercise day-to-day authority over assigned projects within approved scope, budget, schedule, and governance.
Perform other duties as assigned.