Senior Project Manager

LightEdge Solutions

Senior Project Manager leading complex cross-functional initiatives at LightEdge Solutions. Fostering collaboration and driving accountability in a dynamic corporate environment.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa, Montana, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

project managementproject planningrisk managementbudget managementresource managementcontinuous improvementgovernance frameworksportfolio managementPMO practicesproject reporting

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationfacilitationorganizational skillscollaborationinfluence without authoritymentoringproblem-solvingaccountabilityadaptability

Tools & Technologies

project management toolsexecutive dashboardsreporting mechanismsproject templatesproject methodologiessteering committeesstatus reviewscross-functional collaboration toolsrisk assessment toolsresource allocation tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP certification

Industry Keywords

technical project managemententerprise-wide initiativescross-functional teamsstakeholder managementproject scopemilestonesdependenciesdeliverablesbottlenecksmeasurable business outcomes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple concurrent projects and programs from initiation through close.
Translate business objectives into executable project plans with clear milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, risks, and resource requirements.
Drive accountability and maintain momentum across cross-functional teams.
Anticipate bottlenecks and proactively resolve issues before they impact delivery.
Demonstrate ability to continuously improve project management standards, tools, templates, and methodologies.
Develop & maintain executive dashboards, reporting mechanisms, and governance frameworks.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and execution quality.
Build strong partnerships with executive leadership and functional teams.
Facilitate alignment across cross functional teams.
Provide clear, concise communication to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Escalate critical risks and drive timely decisions.
Serve as a change agent throughout the organization.
Maintain rigorous project plans and ensure commitments are met.
Monitor timelines, budgets, dependencies, and quality metrics.
Lead project meetings, steering committees, and executive status reviews.
Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and resource constraints.
Ensure projects deliver measurable business outcomes rather than simply completing activities.
Influence without direct authority and foster collaboration across teams.
Mentor project managers and team members on best practices.
Promote a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of project management experience (minimum of 5 years in a technical role or environment)
Technical fluency to speak the language of project teams
PMP certification (will consider candidates in motion to obtain certification)
Leadership of complex, enterprise-wide initiatives
Experience developing and maintaining detailed project plans and reporting.
Experience managing multiple projects of varying priorities simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and PMO practices.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
Ability to rapidly ramp into technical teams, absorb complex discussions, and turn conversations into well-defined project plans.
Experience with project/program management, governance, and reporting. (Portfolio management is a plus)
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
Advanced proficiency with project management tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Professional development