Sr. Project Manager, HR (Hybrid): 25-00064

Sr. Project Manager, HR

Location; Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid - 2 days on site per week between Tues - Thurs)

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a contract Sr Project Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting HR related projects related to data, people, processes and technologies.
This role will drive complex and cross-functional enterprise projects across the enterprise.

• Work closely with diverse project teams (matrixed org), maintaining project schedules and all supporting documents to ensure program / project is delivered within scope, schedule, cost, and specifications and to the satisfaction of stakeholders and sponsors.
• Lead and influence project sponsors, stakeholders and the core project team members in the successful completion / implementation of goals.
• Establish, analyze, and maintain scope, project plans, resources, report progress as required, generate risk assessments, escalate issues, facilitate project review presentations and meetings related to the projects / programs involving multiple stakeholders.
• Create and maintain an Epic and Features roadmap, aligning with business goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize Epics and Features based on business value and impact.
• Track progress and ensure that the roadmap is updated regularly to reflect changes in priorities and scope.
• Serve as a liaison between Corporate and other Divisional teams; Develop, foster, and manage relationships with project / program sponsor(s) to influence effective decision making across the enterprise.
• Support change management at the organizational level.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7-10 years progressive experience in project / program management skills, techniques and methodology (Waterfall and Agile).
• Demonstrated experience in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, and ability to coach teams on Agile adoption and continuous improvement.
• Experience in breaking down Epics into smaller, manageable Features and user stories.
• Strong analytical skills to assess the impact of new features and changes on the overall project timeline and deliverables.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, exhibit poise and exercise diplomacy in communication, ability to influence others toward consensus, conflict management and decision-making, and to direct work for project office colleague(s).
• Must be a self-starter, have demonstrated experience in a lead role, be well organized, able to coordinate multiple work streams, effectively managing their time and be a strong leader who can adapt rapidly to new developments and changing priorities.
• Experience comprehending, explaining and executing various areas of Human Resources, including, talent acquisition, HR Operations, Compensation, and more.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams – including IT and third-party vendors.
• Proficiency in using Agile project management tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
• Highly skilled in MS productivity tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel), and other presentation and other collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, and Planview.
• Strong in critical thinking, data analysis and reporting, risk and controls, and process improvement.
• Background in strategic management and / or management consulting advantageous.
• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule 2 x a week.