Project Manager

Overview Client Land Services Data Strategy. Project Manager - Complex Cross-Functional Projects (2 Roles). Hybrid: 3 days in office. Pay: $73.00$83.00 per hour. Position Overview We are seeking two experienced Project Managers to lead and coordinate complex, cross-functional projects with multiple dependencies. The successful candidates will be responsible for driving project delivery from initiation through completion while managing stakeholder expectations, mitigating risks, and ensuring alignment across diverse teams and departments. Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans (scope, timeline, budget, resource allocation, risk management); create and maintain detailed project schedules with critical path analysis and dependency mapping; coordinate activities across multiple functional teams; monitor progress and implement corrective actions; ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Stakeholder Management: Facilitate communication between cross-functional teams and external stakeholders; conduct regular status meetings and provide executive-level reporting; manage competing priorities and resolve conflicts; build and maintain relationships at all organizational levels; present updates to senior leadership. Risk & Dependency Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies; develop contingency plans for critical components. Team Leadership: Lead project teams without direct authority using influence and collaboration; facilitate workshops and decision-making sessions; mentor team members; foster collaboration across diverse teams and cultures; drive accountability. Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree. Certifications: PMP preferred; Agile/Scrum certifications highly desirable. Experience: Minimum 11 years of project management experience; proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and stakeholder management; experience with projects having external dependencies; strong business process analysis and optimization. Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Project and Jira; advanced Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies; familiarity with financial modeling and budget management. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of business process modeling and workflow optimization tools. Change management methodologies; strong analytical and data visualization skills. Working Hours & Conditions Work hours: 8:30 am5:30 pm. Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote work; extended hours during critical project phases. Fast-paced, dynamic environment with frequent interaction with senior executives and external stakeholders. Success Metrics On-time project delivery rate (target: 95%+). Budget adherence within 5% of approved budget. Stakeholder satisfaction scores; risk mitigation effectiveness; team engagement and retention; quality of deliverables. Role 1: Data Management Project Manager Role Summary: Lead initiatives focused on process optimization and system modernization within Data Management operations. Area of Focus: Process Improvement Streamline and optimize the project closeout intake process; design and implement a unified tool for Data Management team operations; expected outcomes include reduced processing time, standardized workflow, improved visibility, and better resource allocation. Area of Focus: System Retirement & Migration Sunset legacy land ID generation system; migrate operations to the Land Services Database platform; expected outcomes include improved SLAs, system reliability, reduced maintenance, and better integration. Core Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end delivery for process improvement and system migration; coordinate with Data Management, IT, and business stakeholders; manage retirement timeline and risk; ensure minimal business disruption; monitor SLA improvements; facilitate change management. Success Criteria: Successful tool implementation; complete migration of legacy system; improved SLA targets; zero data loss; positive stakeholder feedback. Role 2: Natural Gas Business Unit & Survey Project Manager Role Summary: Lead transformation of NGBU and Survey operations to enhance operational efficiency, technology utilization, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities: Identify and prioritize opportunities; conduct process analysis; develop business cases; assess technology use; lead cross-functional teams; ensure stakeholder engagement; develop actionable solutions. NGBU Optimization Roadmap: Create a 3-year strategic roadmap; define implementation plans, timelines, and resource needs; establish KPIs and success metrics; align with business goals; milestone tracking. Operational Excellence Initiatives: Identify inefficiencies; streamline processes and technology; optimize resources; ensure regulatory compliance. Success Metrics: Stakeholder workshops completed; prioritized recommendations delivered; 3-year roadmap approved; operational improvements achieved; regulatory compliance met; stakeholder satisfaction. Additional Information HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. HKA is an EEO Employer and participates in the US CISA E-Verify Program. This description preserves the intent of the clients posting without unrelated boilerplate. Note: This description consolidates the original information into a structured format while maintaining the role requirements and expectations. #J-18808-Ljbffr