Project Manager

Job Summary :

Rockwoods is actively seeking a highly experienced Finance Project Manager for a significant new opportunity. This role directly supports one of our most esteemed clients, based at their offices in Tysons Corner, VA. We are looking for a seasoned professional with a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects. This position requires a hybrid work arrangement, mandating a minimum of four days per week onsite at the client's location. The ideal candidate will lead project lifecycles, manage stakeholders effectively, and ensure successful project delivery. Join Rockwoods and leverage your expertise to drive impactful results for our valued client. This is a critical role requiring strong leadership and robust project management skills. Apply now to be part of this exciting engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of large, complex projects according to standard project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Manage project teams, assigning tasks, providing direction, and ensuring effective collaboration.
• Proactively identify, track, manage, and resolve project issues and risks.
• Facilitate effective communication across all project stakeholders, including client leadership, technical teams, and business users.
• Manage project changes effectively through integrated change control processes.
• Prepare and present regular status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries on project progress, health, risks, and issues.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Foster strong working relationships with the client and internal Rockwoods teams.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and practices.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years of dedicated Project Management experience, with demonstrable success managing large-scale, complex projects (significant budget, scope, team size).
• Proven experience managing the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding and practical application of project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile/Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication (written, verbal, presentation) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, PPM tools).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience in managing stakeholder expectations at various levels, including leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be able to work onsite in Tysons Corner, VA at least 4 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree (MBA or relevant field).
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, SAFe).
• Experience working in a consulting or client-facing role.