[Remote] Senior Project Manager (Systemwide/Higher Education/SaaS/ERP)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ellucian is a company that powers innovation for higher education, partnering with numerous institutions to enhance student experiences. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the implementation of integrated administrative solutions, managing complex projects and ensuring successful outcomes through strong leadership and collaboration with stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesLead multiple projects through all phases of the Ellucian Implementation Methodology, from initiation and planning through execution, delivery, and close, ensuring successful outcomesDevelop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, client stakeholders, and peersApply project management disciplines—quality, risk, resource, and change management—while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budgetClearly communicate plans, roles, milestones, and constraints to all stakeholdersAnticipate risks, identify opportunities, and lead proactive solutions to keep projects on trackDrive team status meetings, track dependencies, and ensure milestones are metServe as the primary point of contact between internal and external stakeholdersProvide leadership updates with clear, concise project status summariesNegotiate trade-offs across time, cost, and scope while maintaining high customer satisfactionLead cross-functional teams through challenges, mitigating risks and ensuring alignmentBuild team cohesiveness through leadership, mentoring, and motivating team membersSkills5+ years experience in leading CRM or ERP SaaS implementation projectsProven ability to manage financial and resource forecasts, ensuring project plans remain accurate throughout the lifecycleTrack record of driving customer satisfaction and accurate revenue recognition through timely reviews of time sheets, expense reports, and billing documentsExperience leading projects in a matrix-management environmentAbility to partner with the Customer Relations team, providing expertise during the sales cycle and demonstrating the value of project management servicesExperience mentoring and guiding less-experienced Project ManagersCertifications in cloud and project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, etc.)Higher education industry experience preferred, but NOT requiredFamiliarity with higher education processes is a plus but NOT requiredBenefitsComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and visionFlexible time offThrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the futureParental Leave5 charitable days to support the community that supports usTelemedicineWellnessHeadspace Care (mental health)Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes)RethinkCare & Wellthy– caregiver supportDiversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groupsEmployee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the teamWe Foster a learning culture with:Education Assistance ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesLinkedIn LearningCompany OverviewEllucian delivers the software, services, and insights that help your institution thrive. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.ellucian.com.Company H1B SponsorshipEllucian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 31 in 2025, 27 in 2024, 28 in 2023, 31 in 2022, 33 in 2021, 30 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.