Job Title: Business Project Manager Location-Type: Remote (Must be EST & CST candidates only) Start Date Is: Targeting July 1 Duration: Through end of year (contract, potential extension & conversion) Pay Rate Range: $50-68/hour W2 Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Job Description: Lead the execution of large, complex projects by overseeing full project lifecycle delivery, stakeholder alignment, and risk management.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end project lifecycle including planning, execution, and delivery
Manage budgets, forecasting, resource allocation, and milestone tracking
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks across business, technology, and operations
Develop and execute communication plans for stakeholders and leadership
Partner with PMO leadership to maintain project governance and health
Oversee multiple workstreams and coordinate cross-functional teams
Ensure adherence to PMO standards, reporting, and compliance requirements
Support governance audits and contribute to process improvements
Provide leadership, feedback, and direction to project team members
Requirements:
Must-Haves:
Bachelor's degree with 6–8 years of relevant experience
Strong project management experience leading complex initiatives
Experience managing budgets and strategic programs/projects
Proven leadership, change management, and critical thinking skills
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to influence and collaborate across teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and Visio
Experience with Microsoft Project Server, SharePoint, or similar PPM tools
Nice-to-Haves:
Experience working within a PMO structure
Exposure to business process re-engineering initiatives