Remote Senior Manager
at Sia Partners

Summary

Join a next-generation management consulting firm as a Project Consultant (Exempt Contractor) for a temporary position with an expected duration of 12 months. The Senior Manager will be accountable for the IT Product Management success and provide strategic/tactical/operational guidance to the client and contractor personnel.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in IT Product Management or related fields, with a strong focus on project management
• Proven track record in leading high-performing teams and managing large-scale IT projects
• Experience working with Contractors and third-party vendors
• Ability to develop and implement strategies that drive IT product success and value
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project)
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and internal controls related to IT projects
• Experience in identifying and mitigating risks to ensure project success
• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on recruiting and developing talent
• Strong ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly to various audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster relationships with clients, contractors, and team members
• Familiarity with IT product lifecycle management and methodologies
• Understanding of relevant technology trends and their implications for business
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Certified Scrum Master, ITIL) are highly desirable
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities effectively

Responsibilities

• Define and agree with Contractor to the services/deliverables/deliverable requirements/acceptance criteria shown within the scope of this SOW
• Provide coordination to obtain SCE computing equipment, software, and network access
• Communicate IT Product Management standards and expected methods of operating in the SCE environment and achieve Contractor understanding and agreement
• Provide strategic/tactical/operational guidance for IT Product Management operations
• Ensure SCE governance/compliance/internal controls requirements are met, and standard project methodologies facilitate successful project execution
• Provide necessary information, documentation, and access to SCE resources, as required
• Designate SCE personnel who provide support roles and provide clear expectations for engagement
• Serve as an escalation point to address barriers to accomplishing the agreed-to schedule or meet expectations for services/deliverables/deliverable requirements/acceptance criteria
• Utilize a formal framework for performing a review of deliverables/deliverable requirements/acceptance criteria/milestones met and notify the Contractor of acceptance or deficiencies

Benefits

• Statutory Time Off – Sick
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Eligible for Purchase Option
• 401(k) Participation: Eligible after one month of employment with matching and 100% vesting first day of participation