Senior Project Manager

Marsh McLennan

Defined Benefit Implementation Project Manager at Mercer managing complex projects from initiation through completion. Delivering projects on time and within budget while managing risks and stakeholder communication.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $86,400 - $172,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end project delivery, including project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Proficient in leveraging AI-enabled tools to enhance operational efficiency and project reporting.

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Project ManagementRisk ManagementStakeholder CommunicationProject PlanningTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk ManagementProject DeliveryScope ManagementCost ManagementResource ManagementDependency ManagementGovernancePortfolio OversightContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInfluencing SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsPMO ToolsReporting Practices

Industry Keywords

Defined Benefit ImplementationProject StandardsBest PracticesStakeholder Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end delivery of defined benefit implementation projects
Develop and maintain project and risk plans, including scope, schedule, cost, resources, assumptions, and dependencies
Monitor project progress and adjust plans to reflect scope changes and evolving business needs
Leverage AI-enabled tools to improve project delivery, reporting, operational efficiency, and stakeholder experience where appropriate
Lead project and workstream meetings, documenting actions, decisions, and risks
Communicate clearly with project teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure alignment and accountability
Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, and recommend solutions in complex or ambiguous situations
Negotiate resource needs and coordinate effectively across teams
Ensure adherence to project management standards, procedures, and best practices
Assign and oversee work for junior team members and support staff
Support governance, portfolio oversight, and the continuous improvement of PMO tools, templates, and reporting practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years managing moderately complex to complex projects from start to finish
Strong skills in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work across teams and influence stakeholders at different levels
Experience identifying practical solutions in complex or unclear situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

health and welfare benefits
tuition assistance
401K savings and other retirement programs
employee assistance programs