Senior It Project ManagerWe are hiring Senior IT Project Manager!Role: Senior Project ManagerSupporting: Large Financial Services ClientLocation: Remote (Day to day will be remote. Candidate must be within commuting distance to Merrifield, VA or Pensacola, FL for occasional onsite meetings.)Assignment Type: Contract OnlyDuration: ~6 MonthsRole Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives from concept through delivery. This role requires a strategic thinker who can also execute with precision, balancing Agile and Waterfall methodologies while driving alignment across cross-functional teams.
The ideal candidate is proactive, accountable, and skilled at navigating ambiguity to deliver measurable business outcomes.Apply today to take the lead on high-impact initiatives and drive meaningful results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-team projects across Agile and traditional environmentsDevelop and manage project plans, milestones, and deliverables aligned to business objectivesDrive execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budgetIdentify risks, dependencies, and roadblocks, and implement mitigation strategiesFacilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectivesManage backlogs and track delivery metrics using Azure DevOps (ADO)Collaborate with product owners, technical leads, and stakeholders to ensure alignmentServe as the central point of communication for project status, risks, and outcomesMentor team members and promote strong execution practicesQualifications:15+ years of experience managing complex programs within large enterprise or federal environmentsMinimum 5+ years of Agile delivery and 5+ years of Waterfall/project management experienceHands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive executionStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesPMP certification requiredScrum Master certification (CSM or SAFe SM) requiredExperience supporting enterprise technology or digital delivery initiativesCompensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position is between $65.00 and $84.00 per hour. Please note that the final rate may be contingent on experience and other factors.This employer 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.