Senior Project Manager

Summary

Join Effectual's Project Management Office as a Senior Project Manager, leading dynamic transformation projects within the Professional Services organization. You will manage multiple project portfolios, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery while prioritizing client satisfaction and team excellence. Responsibilities include resource allocation, budget management, client relationship building, and team leadership. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years of project management experience (3+ in Professional Services), and specific AWS Cloud experience and certifications. The position is remote, with a salary range of $131,500-$157,500. Domestic travel is required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Cumputer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of project management experience with at least 3 years in Professional Services
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS Cloud services
• PMP Certification and Certified Scrum Master (or equivalent)
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and/or AWS Solutions Architect Associate certifications
• Experience delivering Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), virtualization (VM) and AI/ML projects
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and margin optimization
• Exceptional communication and influence skills across all organizational levels

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously from kickoff to go-live, ensuring alignment with business strategy and client outcomes
• Prioritize projects based on strategic objectives, resource availability, and client needs
• Monitor project performance against key metrics and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders
• Allocate and optimize resources across multiple projects to maximize efficiency and productivity
• Manage project budgets including forecasting, expense tracking, and margin optimization
• Identify resource gaps and collaborate cross-functionally to address constraints
• Drive profitability while delivering measurable client value
• Serve as primary client contact, building relationships and understanding client goals
• Anticipate challenges and position clients for success through strategic guidance
• Identify opportunities and collaborate with sales teams to pursue new business
• Ensure client satisfaction and positive delivery team experience
• Lead by example, providing mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and consultants
• Foster a collaborative culture of trust, learning, and professional development
• Demonstrate best practices in project management and client engagement
• Identify and assess risks impacting project delivery
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor risk and issues and take corrective actions to minimize disruptions

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health insurances
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurances
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off (PTO) (120 hours PTO that accrue over one year)
• Paid time off for major holidays (14 days per year)