Senior Project Manager

Zp Group Llc

Durham, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Channel Strategies, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Functional Programming Languages, Leadership, Operations Processes, Organizational Development/Management, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Management, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis
LOCATION
Durham, NC
POSTED
19 days ago

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support a enterprise organization within the technology-driven services industry. The Senior Project Manager will serve as the CIO's right-hand partner, helping to align IT initiatives, processes, and delivery across multiple business functions. This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week onsite and is ideal for a highly motivated, high‑EQ leader who thrives in cross-functional environments and takes strong ownership of outcomes.

Responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager:

  • Act as a strategic partner to the CIO, helping connect and drive IT initiatives, priorities, and operating processes
  • Lead and coordinate complex, cross-functional programs spanning multiple business units and stakeholders
  • Ensure alignment between technology roadmaps, business objectives, and enterprise priorities
  • Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and gaps across initiatives and drive resolution
  • Establish and refine program governance, reporting, and communication frameworks
  • Partner with IT, product, and business leaders to improve execution, transparency, and delivery outcomes
  • Take initiative in identifying process improvements and driving organizational change

Qualifications of the Senior Project Manager:

  • 6+ years of experience in program and/or product management within complex enterprise environments
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives across IT and business teams
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to partner closely with senior leadership
  • High emotional intelligence (EQ) with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, operate independently, and drive results in ambiguous environments
  • Experience improving processes, governance, and operating models within IT organizations
  • Hybrid availability with the ability to be onsite three days per week

Compensation for the Senior Project Manager includes:

  • Salary range: $140,000 - $160,000 with bonus and LTIP plans
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
  • Hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

This job opens for applications on 06/08/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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