Senior Project Manager

Overview

Location: Hybrid – Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN (2–3 days onsite weekly)Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant

Are you a detail-driven project manager with a passion for leading high-stakes initiatives from concept to completion? Trissential is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our client’s team and take ownership of complex, enterprise-level projects in a highly structured, waterfall environment. If you're someone who thrives on building order out of complexity, managing cross-functional teams, and driving business-critical outcomes, this could be your next big move.

What’s in It for You?

• Impactful Work – Lead large-scale, high-visibility projects that make a real difference across enterprise systems
• Stability & Structure – Join a company that values strong processes and supports clear project governance in a waterfall methodology
• Hybrid Flexibility – Work onsite 2–3 days per week in either Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN, with flexibility built into your schedule
• Career Growth – Advance your leadership capabilities while working across interdepartmental teams and managing vendor relationships
• Collaborative Environment – Be part of a smart, driven, and supportive team that thrives on clarity, communication, and shared success

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of complex and high-risk projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Oversee scope, schedule, and resource planning, proactively mitigating risks and managing dependencies
• Lead project meetings and workshops, ensuring alignment across teams, stakeholders, and vendors
• Develop detailed project plans and work breakdown structures using Microsoft Project and other tools
• Prepare executive-level summaries and visualizations that communicate progress, risks, and financials
• Manage project financials including forecasts, actuals, and variance analysis
• Ensure seamless integration of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions with legacy systems
• Support RFP processes and vendor management efforts across project lifecycles

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• 5–7 years of direct project management experience, plus 5–10 years in related roles such as PMO, Business Analysis, or Test Leadership
• Proven success managing COTS software deployments and legacy system integrations
• Strong background in financial management, including forecasting and variance analysis
• Proficiency with project management tools including Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, and Office 365
• Deep understanding of and experience in waterfall project methodologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to lead meetings and synthesize complex information into clear executive summaries
• Proven leadership, creative problem-solving, and a positive, engaging attitude

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with accrual-based accounting
• Background in the utility industry or large enterprise environments
• Vendor management and RFP process experience
• Exposure to Agile concepts (helpful when coordinating with external vendors)

Education & Certifications You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred, but not required

What We OfferAt Trissential, we believe the best work happens when talented people are empowered and supported. By joining our client’s team, you’ll step into a high-impact role with room to grow.

• Competitive Salary – $137,000 – $147,000 annually, based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options
• 3 Weeks PTO – Recharge with paid time off and observed holidays
• Hybrid Work – Flexibility to work from home part of the week while collaborating onsite
• Long-Term Growth – Be part of an environment where your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded

Ready to lead major initiatives in a dynamic, structured environment? Apply today and be the strategic force behind impactful project execution with Trissential! #LI-RM1 #LI-VN1 #LI-MN1

Salary : $137,000 - $147,000