Project-Manager, Senior-Project-Manager, Program-Manager Jobs

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Job Summary: The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, multi‑workstream client engagements with a strong emphasis on delivery excellence, resource optimization, and engagement economics. This role partners closely with service leaders, consultants, and client leadership to ensure projects and programs are delivered on time, within budget, and with appropriate governance, while navigating ambiguity, evolving scope, and imperfect data.

Work Location

This role is open to remote candidates. Due to the geographic distribution of our team and client base, we are primarily focused on candidates located within the Central or Eastern time zones. Candidates should be comfortable working primarily within these time zones to support collaboration with team members and clients. Occasional travel is required (approximately 15%), primarily within the Midwest and East Coast regions.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Project & Engagement Leadership

• Lead large, complex projects and portfolios with multiple workstreams, actively managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and interdependencies

• Own budget‑to‑actual performance, including forecasting, reconciliation, burn analysis, ETC, utilization, and margin impact

• Translate delivery risk into financial, operational, and audit‑relevant language; facilitate and lead executive steering committees and governance forums

• Define, implement, and enforce stage gates, delivery standards, and governance models across engagements

Delivery Enablement

• Use delivery data and operational metrics (burn, ETC, utilization, risk heatmaps) to drive informed decision‑making

• Develop and enhance delivery methodologies, templates, and best practices to improve consistency and scalability

• Build executive‑ready dashboards and narratives from incomplete or evolving data; present program status, risks, and recommendations to executive stakeholders

Tools, Data, and Process Optimization

• Create and maintain project and program toolkits to enable time, budget, and risk management.

• Lead or support the implementation and optimization of PSA / PPM tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Mavenlink, OpenAir, Adaptive, Planview)

• Lead detailed resource planning, capacity planning, and portfolio prioritization across competing initiatives

• Ensure alignment between SDLC, change management, access controls, and governance frameworks

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 7+ years of project management experience at a professional services firm or 10+ years of industry project management experience with 1+ year at a professional services firm

• Proven experience leading multi‑workstream programs

• Demonstrated ownership of engagement economics, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance

• Experience leading resource management, including capacity planning and portfolio prioritization

• Experience operating in environments with ambiguity, incomplete requirements, and shifting scope

• Strong understanding of SDLC frameworks and ability to train and enable teams

• About 15% of travel to client locations in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• PgMP or PMP certification

• Experience aligning SDLC, change management, and access controls.

• Working knowledge of ERP platforms and delivery of ERP or large technology programs

• Familiarity with COBIT, ITIL, and GAAP concepts

Benjamin Dzanic, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit his LinkedIn page to connect!

Additional Details

Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at .

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $117,000-158,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Originally posted on Himalayas

Job Description – The Project Manager Non-IT is responsible for planning and managing one and/or several projects, of varying complexity, priority and risk that focus on the design and development of business solutions. Projects may span two or more departments, rely on new technologies, possess large capital budgets. Projects may also be critical to maintaining market-share or shareholder confidence and value, while delivering cost-effective and architecturally compatible solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Project Managers facilitate cross-functional and cross-organizational team members in a matrixed-managed environment.
• They are responsible for project communications, project schedule and financial management, issue and risk tracking, and change management activities.
• Project Managers apply their business and technical knowledge to initiate corrective actions, as appropriate, to ensure that deliverables are produced on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Responsible for the selection, development, motivation, appraisal and salary recommendations of project managers who are your direct-reports.
• Assist project managers in prioritizing work, issue resolution, creating management presentations, status reporting and review of communications beyond working teams.
• Build relationships with business leaders to understand business objectives and priorities requiring project support. In collaboration with leaders maximize productivity on projects through effective resource assignments, training, monitoring and coaching to ensure resources are delivering consistent value.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
• Direct, review and approve product designs and changes.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications

Skills/Qualifications:

• Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc. Experience Gathering Business requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.

• PMI or PMP certification preferred.

• 5-7 Years' Experience Ure Alignment to Selected Title

Benefits:

Paid sick leave, Medical/Dental (optional), 401 (k) Retirement Plan (optional), Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Optional Life Insurance.

ELYON International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Originally posted on Himalayas

Calling all innovators – find your future at Fiserv.

We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day – quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we’re involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.

Job Title

Job Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Project or Program Manager with deep expertise in managing complex client engagements, particularly within the banking industry, to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who excels in managing large-scale projects, building strong executive relationships, and driving successful outcomes through effective governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor to executive sponsors, owning the client relationship across complex engagements or multiple concurrent programs.
• Lead and facilitate executive-level discussions, ensuring alignment across business and technology stakeholders.
• Drive full project lifecycle delivery, including planning, execution, and delivery of banking conversion initiatives and M&A activities.
• Oversee program governance including risk management, schedule oversight, and issue/action tracking to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Provide strategic and objective feedback to clients, holding all parties accountable and maintaining momentum throughout the engagement.
• Manage and mentor multiple sub-project managers (internal and external) to ensure consistent project execution and alignment with overall program goals.
• Leverage strong knowledge of bank operations to guide conversations, identify impacts, and shape solutions—while detailed functional expertise is not required, a working knowledge is beneficial.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the technical ecosystems that most institutions rely on to operate. While specific core provider knowledge is helpful, understanding should be core agnostic.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of project or program management experience, ideally in banking or financial services.
• Proven experience leading conversion projects and M&A integrations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to build relationships at the executive level.
• Deep understanding of program-level risk, issue, and schedule management.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and adapt to dynamic client environments.
• PMP or similar certification preferred.

This role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Maine or Washington.

It is unlawful to discriminate against a prospective employee due to the individual's status as a veteran.

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:

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• Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

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Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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Originally posted on Himalayas

About Agile Defense

Job Description

Under general oversight of a program manager, oversees multiple technical/scientific projects or one larger project. In addition to duties of Project Manager I, builds and maintains working relationships with vendors, and other departments involved in the projects, and may have some customer contact. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project.
Function-specific level guidelines: Provides innovative solutions to complex problems that impact project's success. Normally has a Bachelor's degree in a related scientific or technical discipline. May have a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or is pursuing one.

Education and Background

Typically has a Bachelor's degree, and 9 - 11 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required.

Years of Experience

9 - 11 years

Required Skills

Technical Expertise

1. Agile Methodology Expertise:
• Proficient in Agile frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum, DevSecOps, and Lean Agile.
• Experience managing Agile Release Trains and leading Agile teams.
• Ability to oversee backlog grooming, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and program increments.
2. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Knowledge:
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects through all SDLC phases, including concept definition, design, execution, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning.
• Familiarity with TSA Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) processes and gate reviews.
3. Risk Management:
• Skilled in developing, maintaining, and implementing risk management plans, including risk identification, mitigation, and monitoring.
• Ability to manage technical risks, ensure timely escalation, and coordinate risk resolution.
4. Performance Metrics Management:
• Ability to use Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools to track metrics like defect closure rates, sprint velocity, and system performance.
• Proficient in analyzing and reporting on key performance metrics (KPPs) and quality assurance metrics.
5. Cybersecurity Knowledge:
• Familiarity with cybersecurity processes, including POA&M resolution and compliance with DHS IT security standards.
• Knowledge of vulnerability scanning, risk assessments, and contingency plans for IT systems.

Program Management Expertise

6. Strategic Planning:
• Experience developing and maintaining Program Management Plans (PMPs) that align with organizational goals, tactical roadmaps, and technical strategy.
• Ability to plan and track budgets, resource allocation, and schedules.
7. Stakeholder Communication:
• Strong communication skills to maintain effective coordination with TSA leadership, other contractors, and stakeholders.
• Experience developing and maintaining communication plans, including RACI matrices.
8. Team Leadership:
• Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, including federal employees, contractors, and external vendors.
• Ability to foster collaboration across diverse project teams to achieve shared goals.
9. Transition Management:
• Experience managing transition-in and transition-out phases for government contracts.
• Ability to develop and implement staffing plans, risk management approaches, and transition project schedules.
10. Scheduling and Resource Management:
• Proficient in MS Project or similar tools for developing resource-loaded, resource-leveled project schedules.
• Ability to manage both steady-state operations and fluctuating workloads.

Operational Oversight

11. Quality Assurance:
• Proven ability to implement and maintain Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) and Quality Control Plans (QCPs).
• Strong attention to detail to ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and client-ready.
12. Incident Management:
• Experience handling critical incident management and root cause analysis to resolve system outages and disruptions.
• Ability to coordinate with infrastructure contractors to identify and address issues.
13. System and Application Support:
• Knowledge of operations and maintenance (O&M) processes, including Tier 3 support and application-level troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools for application performance and system interfaces.
  Documentation and Reporting
14. Deliverables Management:
• Ability to ensure timely submission of deliverables, such as design documents, test plans, risk registers, and transition plans.
• Experience tracking and reporting on program status, metrics, and burn rates.

15. Compliance and Accessibility:
• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility standards and ability to ensure compliance in ICT deliverables.

Soft Skills


16. Problem-Solving Skills:
• Ability to proactively identify and resolve challenges, including technical and operational issues.
• Strong analytical skills to assess program performance and recommend improvements.
17. Leadership and Decision-Making:
• Demonstrated leader

Preferred Skills

Preferred Certifications


1. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
2. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certifications.
3. SAFe Agilist (SA) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certifications.
4. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) for cybersecurity expertise.
5. ITIL Foundation Certification for IT service management

Working Conditions

Virtual. managing a driven Agile team.

Our Core Values

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy.Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded.Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager.Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven.Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Originally posted on Himalayas

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Entarian is seeking a Project Manager who will work with a team to support the sustainment of ashore and afloat versions of NSIPS (Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System II).

Key Responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with Navy personnel management objectives and program directives.
• Coordinate with Navy stakeholders, system users, software developers, cybersecurity teams, and program offices to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, communication plans, and milestone tracking for initiatives.
• Monitor system enhancement timelines, defect remediation, and modernization efforts, ensuring quality and compliance with DoD IT standards.
• Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, technical working groups, and project status reviews to communicate progress and resolve issues.
• Ensure all project documentation meets Navy and DoD standards, including system specifications, test plans, interface control documents, and change requests.
• Oversee testing, validation, and deployment activities for updates, patches, and new capabilities.
• Manage change control processes, coordinating with Configuration Management and supporting activities to ensure accurate versioning and traceability.
• Identify operational, technical, and schedule risks; develop mitigation strategies and escalate concerns to leadership as needed.
• Support user engagement, training coordination, and communication efforts for new functionality or system changes.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and RMF teams to ensure system compliance, accreditation sustainment, and adherence to data protection requirements.
• Analyze project data and performance metrics to inform leadership decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between Fleet users, HR leadership, and technical teams to ensure that NSIPS enhancements deliver practical, mission‑relevant outcomes.

Annual Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

• Active US Secret level security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree (or 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered).
• Minimum 10 years Project Management experience, to include: technology assessments, infrastructure operations, systems analysis, programmatic support, acquisition planning, and budget planning.
• Five (5) years as manager of Navy programs.

Desired Qualifications

• PMP certification.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures.

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Join the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal Connect,Referrals & Inquiries?Email the team:

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Originally posted on Himalayas

Must have telecom and digital experience

The Project Manager is responsible for leading a cross functional team within IT Domains (Architects, System Analysts, Developers, Testers, Build & Release Engineers etc.) to deliver Projects on time and on budget. This role also involves working with regional & offshore teams. As a Senior Project Manager you will manage Projects/Programs worth > $3M at any point in time and may entail managing 2 or more Projects/Programs in parallel.

The Project Manager will be required to work within a Core Team environment, generally consisting of Business Program Managers, Networks engineering Managers and other senior operational personal. As such the Senior Project Manager must exhibit a broad range of qualities in order to gain/maintain credibility and successfully lead our Projects/Programs.

The role is tasked with financial management and the associated reporting KPIs within the Project team. Strong financial management skills are required to ensure financial budgets are managed effectively.

Excellent communications skills are mandatory for this role. The successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate stand-out leadership skills and will have previously managed small to medium cross-functional teams to deliver projects and programs.

7+ years of Program/Project management for medium to large application development projects ($1Mil to up to $20Mil and/or up to 10+ team members)

Experience in software development and delivery of large complex software projects, in particular with mobile, billing, integration and digital applications

7+ years of experience doing financial management

Experience working with Senior Stakeholders (VP, Director of large organisation level).

IT Project Delivery using Waterfall Agile and Hybrid Methodology.

Originally posted on Himalayas

We are currently seeking an Associate Director, Project Management to join our team here at DMM. The Associate Director is key in supporting the business through high quality, profitable creative execution whilst also overseeing daily activities across all accounts. Reporting into the Director of Project Management, they will lead a team of Producers and/or Project Managers across all accounts, co-owning the process, productivity and profitability of production work. They work independently on flagship accounts and work on company initiatives and special projects.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of roles and capabilities across all departments, and should be able to identify specific skill sets required for each account and project. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills. They need to have a keen eye for detail and the flexibility to pivot depending on the changing nature of the business / staff / issues that are escalated to them. They will inspire an atmosphere of best practice amongst the team through leading by example.

Your Impact

• Own end-to-end producing and project management on flagship accounts, including budget creation and management, schedule creation and management, execution and delivery

• Lead and work alongside Creative and Production teams to ensure projects are produced to a high standard, delivered on time and within agreed budget

• Coordinate communication, requests and project requirements with clients, either direct or via client servicing team

• Proactively troubleshoot to prevent roadblocks for creative and production teams at every stage of project lifecycle

• Oversee vendor management process and approvals

• Help lead and mentor the US project management and video production team to ensure process and quality are met across all projects

• Help plan, monitor and analyze key metrics across project delivery, resource management and overall team performance

• Proactively recommend best practices across resource management, project delivery, budgeting, contracts, etc.

• Recommend new strategies to maximize operational efficiency across the team and assist in defining processes when needed

• Support or lead pitches and RFPs

Your Experience

6+ years of experience in post-production or project management, either at a production house or in-house at an agency

Experience managing full project lifecycle across multi functional campaigns and projects

High-level understanding of Design & Motion Graphics, as well as the Post-Production process across Editing, VFX and Sound

Strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve, pivot and implement solutions

Experience managing a team and resource planning

Agency or production house experience

Social Media experience preferred

Strong communicator and collaborator

Experience with project and resource management tools, such as Airtable

Technical understanding of various production software (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)

Experience with shoot production or 3D production is a bonus

Your Availability

• M-F: 9am-6pm (in any US time zone)

Originally posted on Himalayas

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: 100% Remote

Duration: Long Term Contract on All Inc

Note to Vendors

• This job is released exclusively to the Partner Connect Sponsors. Interviews will be conducted on Monday, 10/10 at 1pm and 2pm
• Please submit your TOP 2-3 candidates
• Remote candidates will be considered
• Screening consists of 5 video questions and a games section, which will take approximately 20 min to complete



Note: Project Manager Level 2 - Client Personal Finance Cash-In/Cash-Out

Job Description:

This PM will lead and deliver client Personal Finance projects, including the Cash In/Cash Out project.

This project entails integrating Kroger's POS system to allow customers to place funds on PayPal, Venmo, or similar payment applications.

The PM needs to be highly engaged in the work to organize and drive technical teams to milestones, and effective at resolving issues requiring collaboration of many stakeholders. They need to demonstrate strong communication within and outside of team to align dependencies. This individual will be able to keep technical teams on track and work to escalate issues as appropriate. This individual will receive guidance from a Kroger Program Manager.

TOP 3 MUST HAVES:

1. Payments-related project management experience

2. 3rd-party vendor project management experience

3. Experience managing projects spanning business and technical teams in a product-centric environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with 3rd-party SaaS implementations
• Proven problem solving and organizational skills
• Proven track record of delivering objectives on time and within budget
• Demonstrated ability in team motivation and delegation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate information to customers and to all levels within the organization
• Advanced analytical, problem solving and expert communication skills
• Knowledge of advanced project management process and practices following waterfall and/or agile methodologies
• PMP certification or equivalent work experiences required

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble project teams, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, and develop schedules
• Establish and update project plans and budgets with actual and forecasts
• Design and implement the specific program governance model
• Conduct project meeting, project tracking and analysis
• Ensure all project objectives are clearly documented, and delivered to meet customer needs
• Manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables
• Communicate timely project status to all stakeholders
• Manage project risk, develop mitigation plans, and escalate decisions and unresolved issues

Originally posted on Himalayas

Lead the development of cost benefit analysis, return on investment forecasts, project proposals, project charters, risk analysis, project schedules and ensures actual results are tracked for large complex projects.

Performs appropriate scope analysis and lessons learned.

Develops and manages project schedules.

Identifies and establishes stakeholders and appropriate project governance.

Identifies appropriate project team resources and ensures appropriate staff are secured.

Develops and manages project budgets.

Clearly communicates roles and expectations to project teams.

Escalate issues to stakeholders and project teams and recommend solutions.

Creates and delivers information at appropriate level for audience, including presentations and status updates.

Recognizes risk triggers and clearly communicates situation to project teams, sponsors and stakeholders.

Regularly mentors and acts as a resource to other Project Managers.

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience

4+ years leading all aspects of large complex projects

4+ years of experience with standard project management methodology, tools and/or software packages

Demonstrated ability as a core decision-maker showing balanced consideration of business issues

Ability to drive results through informal authority, serve as a consultant to key business partners, and represent users and customers in every thought and interaction

Ability to elicit cooperation from Senior Management and other departments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and analytical skills

Proven ability to effectively understand and communicate information to a wide variety of technical and non-technical individuals or groups at all levels of the organization

Ability to identify, develop and gather necessary resources to complete a project

Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment the in performance of his/her job duties

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

Preferred Skills

Experience with Supply Chain operations

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Originally posted on Himalayas

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Job Summary: The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, multi‑workstream client engagements with a strong emphasis on delivery excellence, resource optimization, and engagement economics. This role partners closely with service leaders, consultants, and client leadership to ensure projects and programs are delivered on time, within budget, and with appropriate governance, while navigating ambiguity, evolving scope, and imperfect data.

Work Location

This role is open to remote candidates. Due to the geographic distribution of our team and client base, we are primarily focused on candidates located within the Central or Eastern time zones. Candidates should be comfortable working primarily within these time zones to support collaboration with team members and clients. Occasional travel is required (approximately 15%), primarily within the Midwest and East Coast regions.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Project & Engagement Leadership

• Lead large, complex projects and portfolios with multiple workstreams, actively managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and interdependencies

• Own budget‑to‑actual performance, including forecasting, reconciliation, burn analysis, ETC, utilization, and margin impact

• Translate delivery risk into financial, operational, and audit‑relevant language; facilitate and lead executive steering committees and governance forums

• Define, implement, and enforce stage gates, delivery standards, and governance models across engagements

Delivery Enablement

• Use delivery data and operational metrics (burn, ETC, utilization, risk heatmaps) to drive informed decision‑making

• Develop and enhance delivery methodologies, templates, and best practices to improve consistency and scalability

• Build executive‑ready dashboards and narratives from incomplete or evolving data; present program status, risks, and recommendations to executive stakeholders

Tools, Data, and Process Optimization

• Create and maintain project and program toolkits to enable time, budget, and risk management.

• Lead or support the implementation and optimization of PSA / PPM tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Mavenlink, OpenAir, Adaptive, Planview)

• Lead detailed resource planning, capacity planning, and portfolio prioritization across competing initiatives

• Ensure alignment between SDLC, change management, access controls, and governance frameworks

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 7+ years of project management experience at a professional services firm or 10+ years of industry project management experience with 1+ year at a professional services firm

• Proven experience leading multi‑workstream programs

• Demonstrated ownership of engagement economics, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance

• Experience leading resource management, including capacity planning and portfolio prioritization

• Experience operating in environments with ambiguity, incomplete requirements, and shifting scope

• Strong understanding of SDLC frameworks and ability to train and enable teams

• About 15% of travel to client locations in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• PgMP or PMP certification

• Experience aligning SDLC, change management, and access controls.

• Working knowledge of ERP platforms and delivery of ERP or large technology programs

• Familiarity with COBIT, ITIL, and GAAP concepts

Benjamin Dzanic, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit his LinkedIn page to connect!

Additional Details

Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at .

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $117,000-158,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

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