Project Manager

Grab the reins of your future and put your strategic and analytical skills to work

Our client, a successful financial technology and services company, is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated strategic leader for a Project Manager position in their central NJ office. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that projects remain on-schedule and that all relevant stakeholders are kept apprised of the overall goals and the achievement of key milestones through each project's lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

Portfolio & Program Management

• Oversee project management, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Monitor and report on project and program performance, using KPIs and dashboards to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Ensure successful delivery of programs and projects on time, within scope and budget.

Governance & Compliance

• Enforce consistent project management processes and documentation standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate regular portfolio reviews.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define project priorities and strategic initiatives within projects.
• Serve as a key liaison between the client, company and other stakeholders.
• Communicate project goals, expectations, and progress clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project/program management, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, MSP).
• Proven experience managing enterprise-level project portfolios and complex programs.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools, software (e.g., MS Project, Excel), and project methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• The ability to make decisions in uncertain environments
• Expertise in change and risk management
• An analytical mindset and attention to detail
• The ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization

Salary Range: $95,000 - $135,000

The above requirements and qualifications are meant to describe the general nature of the position and do not represent all duties to be performed by the selected candidate. Please note that only candidates who are under consideration for the position will be contacted. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided on basis of qualifications, merit and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.