Agile Senior Project Manager

Nextgen Information Services - Des Peres, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Des Peres, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Agile Senior Project Manager will be responsible for leading and managing projects within the financial services industry, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the defined scope. This hybrid position requires strong strategic project management skills, previous leadership experience, and the ability to coordinate resources effectively while managing stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document need

Requirements

• Degree in Business Management or other related discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Proven working experience in project management
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

Nice-to-haves

• Working understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset
• MBA or graduate degree preferred
• ProSci Change Management Certification

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Hybrid work environment
• Opportunity for remote work