Senior Project Manager, Business Transformation

Woolpert

. Lead project setup, planning, and execution, including charters, roadmaps, integrated schedules, milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and phase exit criteria .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $139,200 - $174,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives with a focus on project governance, delivery lifecycle discipline, and executive communication. Proficient in managing project setups, planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful outcomes.

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Project ManagementPMP CertificationSmartsheet ProficiencyStakeholder InfluenceChange Management

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Hard Skills

Project SetupPlanningExecutionRisk ManagementTimeline ManagementDecision TrackingIssue ResolutionProject GovernanceDelivery Lifecycle DisciplineMilestone Reviews

Soft Skills

FacilitationConflict ResolutionExecutive Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Project Management ToolsCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Business TransformationERP SystemsProcess OptimizationOperating Model DesignIntegration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project setup, planning, and execution, including charters, roadmaps, integrated schedules, milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and phase exit criteria
Manage day-to-day delivery through task ownership, timeline management, decision tracking, issue resolution, progress reporting, and escalation of risks or blockers
Structure ambiguous work by sequencing activities and managing scope, budget, and quality impacts
Lead cross-functional teams across business, technology, change management, vendors, program management, and executive stakeholders
Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, steering committee discussions, milestone reviews, and decision forums
Deliver concise, executive-ready communications covering project health, progress, risks, decisions, next steps, adoption, business value, and operational readiness
Apply project management standards, lifecycle phases, governance forums, reporting expectations, and required project artifacts
Ensure delivery discipline across feasibility, design, build, test, deploy, close, sustainment, milestone reviews, change control, and formal approvals
Identify gaps and recommend improvements to project delivery practices
Meet success metrics involving scope, approved plans, risk management, timely decisions, transparent communication, stakeholder confidence, current documentation, and improved standards and tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred
8+ years of project management experience leading complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives
Ability to independently lead projects, create structure in ambiguity, and drive work forward with limited direction
Experience applying project governance, delivery lifecycle discipline, milestone reviews, change control, executive reporting, and project artifact standards
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
Proficiency with Smartsheet, Microsoft 365, or similar project management and collaboration tools preferred
Strong facilitation, stakeholder influence, conflict-resolution, and executive communication skills
Familiarity with business transformation, ERP or enterprise systems, process optimization, operating model design, integration, or change management initiatives
Experience supporting adoption, communications, training readiness, value realization, and transition to steady-state operations
Must already possess work authorization in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate)
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm
Flexible paid time off/vacation
Career development and learning opportunities
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
Paid sick time
Retirement plan
Fitness reimbursement
Pet insurance
Identity protection
Technology stipend
Employee assistance program
Meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world
Competitive pay