Manager, Project Management

Manager, Project Management

Req number:

R8030

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Hybrid

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic and high-impact Senior Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects and drive organizational success through operational excellence. This senior leadership role requires extensive experience managing managers, budgets, and strategic initiatives across multiple teams and projects, including large-scale IT and enterprise transformation programs.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects and drive organizational success through operational excellence. This position will be full-time and hybrid in Newark, DE.

What You'll Do

• The Senior Project Manager will serve as a senior leader within the Project Management Office, reporting to the PMO Director, ensuring that organizational goals are executed seamlessly

• You will work closely with the Project Director to serve as a liaison for executive leadership teams (ELT) and C-Suite stakeholders, translating strategy into actionable plans and outcomes

• Oversee a comprehensive portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and financial goals

• Establish and implement standards, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistency and high-quality deliverables across all projects

• Manage portfolio schedules and optimize resource allocation to address bottlenecks and maintain seamless project execution

• Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers, Business Analysts, and other project staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth

• Conduct performance evaluations, provide actionable feedback, and serve as an escalation point for resolving complex challenges

• Collaborate with the Project Director to serve as a liaison for ELT and C-Suite stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on strategic goals

• Facilitate steering committee meetings and executive planning sessions, delivering actionable insights and driving decision-making at the highest levels

• Oversee portfolio budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with organizational financial targets

• Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and partners, ensuring SLA compliance and delivering exceptional results

• Develop and present executive dashboards and reports, providing visibility into health, risks, budget variances, and predictive insights

• Use data analytics to support leadership in prioritizing projects and making informed decisions on resource allocation

• Lead and govern enterprise IT Business Management functions including strategy, budgeting, intake/prioritization, and workforce planning to ensure investments are aligned to value-creation goals

• Conduct technology assessments, current-state/gap analyses, and develop multi-year roadmaps with investment plans, governance frameworks, and KPI structures

• Implement risk management frameworks with KPI-driven reporting to proactively mitigate disruptions and improve predictability across the portfolio

• Lead and support Salesforce implementation projects, including requirements gathering, UAT coordination, data migration/conversion activities, go-live planning, and post-implementation support

• Oversee data conversion activities across system implementations, ensuring data integrity, validation, and readiness for cutover; develop and track conversion plans with clear owners and acceptance criteria

• Design and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions to provide real-time visibility into portfolio health, project status, and operational KPIs for leadership and stakeholders

What You'll Need

Required:

• 10+ years of project management experience, including 4+ years at a senior-level leadership role managing portfolios, teams, and strategic initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field

• Advanced proficiency