Senior Project Manager I

Heartland Business Systems • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

The Senior Project Manager I directs, coordinates, implements, controls, and completes projects in alignment with organizational strategy, commitments, and goals. The role manages projects from concept through implementation, leads multiple projects and work streams, and delivers solutions on time, within budget, and within scope. The position works collaboratively across the enterprise with internal teams, stakeholders, customers, and outside vendors to meet business requirements and deliver project services and outcomes.

The Senior Project Manager I plans and coordinates project team operations, manages project artifacts and controls, monitors project progress, and addresses risks and escalated issues. The role also supports PMO growth by working with Sales Teams to promote project management and develop new opportunities.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a project manager, lead, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Ability to communicate with customers, fellow team members, and stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Outcome-focused mindset.
• Strong prioritization skills.
• Team-player attitude.
• Professional attitude and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from concept creation through implementation.
• Facilitate project scope, goals, milestones, deliverables, detailed tasks, and resource requirements.
• Manage user expectations and collaborate across the enterprise.
• Lead multiple projects and work streams, delivering projects on time, on budget, and within scope.
• Plan, manage, coordinate, implement, and deliver project solutions that meet business requirements.
• Manage project teams and outside vendors to ensure successful delivery of project services and deliverables.
• Consult and collaborate with the PMO Director, Sales Team, Engineers, Senior Leadership Team, Service Coordinators, Project Sponsors, and others to create and execute overall project plans.
• Lead and coordinate daily project team operations by analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards, and setting deadlines.
• Mitigate and manage escalated project issues and risks.
• Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others as needed to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
• Evaluate proposals for project feasibility and requirements, and prepare and review operational reports and project progress reports.
• Establish and manage project cost baselines, risk registers, issue logs, stakeholder registries, change control logs, and other project artifacts.
• Execute, monitor, and control project work plans, revising them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Work with Sales Teams to promote project management and develop new PMO opportunities.
• Track and report team hours and expenses weekly.
• Identify opportunities for project cost efficiencies and process improvements.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, which may include bonus, incentive, commission, fair wage, retirement plans, and benefits with HSA-compatible plans.
• Growth opportunities.
• Community involvement.
• Personal development.
• Employee and family celebrations.
• Green initiatives.
• Personal time off.
• Work-life balance.
• Recognition and awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior