Senior Project Manager
About The Position
As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead complex, enterprise‑wide initiatives that help shape the future of Whataburger. You’ll turn strategy into action by guiding cross‑functional teams, navigating ambiguity, and delivering results that matter to our business, our restaurants, and our people. In this role, you’ll Make a Difference by driving transformational projects that improve how we work and how we serve. You’ll Serve with Heart by partnering closely with stakeholders, listening first, and leading teams with clarity and respect. You’ll Win as One by building alignment across functions, influencing without authority, and fostering strong collaboration. And you’ll Move Forward Boldly by embracing change, managing risk thoughtfully, and continuously improving how projects get done — all while keeping our guests and team members at the center of every decision.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of progressive project management experience
- Proven success leading large, cross‑functional, multi‑workstream initiatives
- Advanced knowledge of project and change management methodologies
- Strong ability to manage competing priorities in fast‑paced environments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive audiences
- Experience translating business strategy into actionable, measurable plans
- Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort navigating ambiguity
- Proficiency with project planning, tracking, and reporting tools
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting enterprise transformation or large‑scale initiatives
- Experience coaching or mentoring project managers
- Strong financial acumen related to budgeting, forecasting, and ROI
- Experience influencing without direct authority across diverse teams
- Background working in retail, restaurant, or consumer‑focused environments
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple, complex projects from planning through delivery, aligned to enterprise priorities
- Develop and manage scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and dependencies
- Direct cross‑functional teams, setting clear accountability and driving execution
- Proactively identify, mitigate, and resolve risks, issues, and roadblocks
- Apply and enforce project and change management methodologies and governance
- Monitor, analyze, and communicate project performance to stakeholders and leaders
- Ensure quality, completeness, and consistency of project deliverables and documentation
- Coach and mentor project managers and teams to strengthen project execution
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
- 5 weeks PTO
- Flex Weeks
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
