Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sound Physicians is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager for a full-time remote contract position. The role leads complex cross-functional technology, business, and process improvement initiatives from initiation through completion, managing stakeholders, vendors, risks, budgets, governance, and executive reporting.
Responsibilities
- Lead, plan, and execute cross-functional business, technology, and process improvement projects from initiation to completion
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, roadmaps, and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
- Ability to apply project management methodologies and practices, including developing a project plan, charter, scope, project management approach and management plans, such as the statement of work, cost estimates, and schedule
- Manage project scope, risks, dependencies, and deliverables, proactively identifying and resolving roadblocks and escalating accordingly
- Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across teams
- Work closely with business leaders, technology teams, and process owners to align project objectives with organizational goals
- Facilitate executive-level discussions and provide data-driven insights for decision-making
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors, contractors, and service providers, ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are met when applicable
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and coaching to junior and mid-level project managers to enhance their skills and effectiveness
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the project management team
- Lead training sessions or knowledge-sharing workshops on best practices, methodologies, and emerging project management trends
- Apply best practices in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) to drive efficiency and effectiveness
- Identify opportunities for business process optimization, operational improvements, and automation
- Implement project governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational standards
- Lead change management efforts to ensure seamless adoption of new business processes or technologies
- Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and business impact
Skills
- 10+ years of experience leading large, complex, cross-functional technology initiatives involving technical teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors
- The ideal candidate has a strong track record managing software development and implementation projects using Agile methodologies, from initiation through closure
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United State
- This role requires a strong understanding of both technology and business operations, with prior experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, or Software Developer a plus
- Strong skills in issue and risk management, dependency management, and navigating complex technical environments are essential
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and through ambiguity, while maintaining focus and momentum, is critical to success
- The role requires exceptional communication, stakeholder management, organizational skills, and the ability to drive accountability across multiple workstreams
- This person must be able to balance competing priorities, quickly adapt to changing needs, and bring structure and clarity to complex situations
- Experience with Agile planning tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or Target Process and proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite are expected
- * Bachelor's degree in required
- * Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or Hybrid approaches
- * Ability to navigate complex, cross-functional environments and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- * Proficiency with project management tools including Microsoft Project, Jira, and Smartsheet
- * Proficiency with Microsoft Office including SharePoint/Teams, Excel, Word, and Visio
- * Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- * Strong ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
- * 10+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record of leading business, technology, and/or process improvement projects
- * PMI (Project Management Institute) PMP® (Project Management Professional) certification required
- Launching and delivering Payroll products or solutions
- * Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma preferred
- * Healthcare experience a plus
Benefits
- Full-time, remote contract position anticipated to last approximately 12 months. Contract duration may be extended or adjusted based on business needs and project requirements.
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