[Remote] Senior Project Manager (Public Sector Clients)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Speridian Technologies is a global consulting and technology services firm that helps enterprises and public sector organizations modernize operations. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale enterprise software implementations for Public Sector clients, managing client relationships and ensuring project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary client-facing point of contact, building trusted relationships with project sponsors, PMO leads, and IV&V partnersChair Steering Committee meetings, working sessions, and executive briefingsProactively communicate risks, schedule changes, and mitigation plans to the client before issues escalateManage client readiness for key milestones including SIT, UAT, training, and go-live, ensuring stakeholders are adequately preparedDefine and maintain the Speridian public sector delivery playbook - the standard templates, processes, escalation paths, and quality benchmarksDrive structured phase-gate reviews and enforce documented approval processes before execution begins on each work streamManage a formal Change Control Log - documenting, assessing, and escalating all scope, schedule, and budget changes through established governanceEstablish and enforce delivery standards across all programs: schedule baselining, Change Control governance, RTM discipline, deliverable quality gates, and risk escalation protocolsDevelop and own the master project schedule from initiation through deployment, covering all work streams: configuration, integration, data migration, testing, and trainingMonitor and report Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI) at each reporting cycle, initiating recovery plans for any variancesSubmit project financials, forecast-to-complete, and variance reports on a defined cadence to internal leadership and the clientSupport contract renewals, change order negotiations, and expansion discussions in partnership with Sales and the VP of DeliveryConduct pre-review alignment sessions with clients to confirm scope, format expectations, and acceptance criteria as per SOWMaintain a Deliverable Quality Register logging all client findings and tracking resolution to identify and address systemic quality issuesEnsure foundational artifacts (FDD, ICD, RTM, Data Conversion Plan, Test Plan, Training Plan) are submitted, reviewed, and approved on scheduleLead cross-functional delivery teams of 20-50+ across project management, functional configuration, integration, QA, data migration, and training disciplinesManage workload, resolve blockers, and escalate resourcing constraints to leadership in a timely mannerMentor PMs and business analysts, reinforcing delivery discipline and Speridian delivery methodologySkills12+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years managing enterprise software implementations for public sector (city, county, or state government) clientsDemonstrated experience managing projects with budgets of $5M+ and teams of 20+ across multiple parallel work streamsDeep knowledge of structured SDLC and Agile/hybrid delivery methodologies, including Sprint planning, RTM governance, and phase-gate reviewsExperience managing formal Change Control processes and baselining project schedules in Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalentProven ability to manage executive-level client relationships and navigate political and organizational complexity in government environmentsStrong written and verbal communication skillsCertifications Desired – PMP or PgMPBenefitsBenefitsPTO401KCompany OverviewSperidian is a Global IT solutions and Consulting company that helps leading enterprises solve their biggest challenges. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.speridian.com.