Special Project & Integration Manager

AARP • Washington, DC

2d • $101,700 - $113,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Special Project & Integration Manager executes large and complex projects that support organizational strategic priorities. The role determines needed resources, tracks budgets and progress toward milestones, defines scope, establishes timelines, and evaluates progress. It manages internal and external project teams, stakeholders, and vendors to deliver project goals; establishes communication plans; and keeps stakeholders informed about project processes and impact. The manager also works with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develop procedures that support the business unit or department.

The position oversees project planning and delivery, including project charters, scope, schedules, costs, quality, human and material resources, risks, procurement, communications, and stakeholder engagement. It maintains project management processes and work plans, manages financial and procurement elements—including vendor Master Services Agreements and Statements of Work as needed—and reports project status, impact, and results to senior management. It also oversees administrative tasks and leads operational or logistical support for AARP programs and services.

The role is based in a hybrid work environment. AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work may only be performed within the United States and its territories. The position works in an in-office/open-office environment with moderate noise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of program and/or project management experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives and influence decision-making at all organizational levels.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills, sound business judgment, and operational excellence.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to change, and drive outcomes with limited direction.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivering results through execution and follow-through.
• Ability to build relationships, exercise diplomacy, and constructively challenge stakeholders when necessary.
• Curious, proactive, and resourceful, with the ability to move between strategic executive discussions and hands-on tactical execution.
• Regular and reliable job attendance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships.
• Independent judgment in evaluating options and making sound decisions.
• AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of large and complex projects aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities.
• Oversee project charters, scope, schedules, costs, deliverable quality, human and material resources, risk management, procurement, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain and update project management processes, create and implement work plans, and help develop and implement new or evolving business processes.
• Manage project financial and procurement elements, including vendor Master Services Agreements and Statements of Work as necessary.
• Report project status, impact, and results to senior management.
• Oversee administrative tasks such as calendaring, organizing meetings, processing expense reimbursements, maintaining contact lists, and assisting with travel arrangements.
• Lead operational and/or logistical support for AARP programs and services.
• Establish project communication plans and keep internal and external stakeholders informed about project processes and impact.
• Collaborate with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develop new procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 100% company-funded pension plan
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Paid time off, including company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave
• Performance-based and peer-based recognition
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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