Sr Project Manager/Leader

Job Description Overview The Senior Project Manager/Leader is responsible for managing and delivering large, complex, multi-year technology projects, with a focus on the Public Safety Radio Network (PSRN) program. This role involves executive governance, strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and end-to-end project oversight. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery Manage, oversee, track, and report on large-scale projects (schedule, risks, deliverables). Ensure successful delivery of the PSRN program through coordination across multiple projects. Develop and manage detailed project plans (resources, timelines, budgets). Monitor cross-project dependencies and ensure alignment across initiatives. Governance & Executive Reporting Lead executive governance cycles, including material preparation and reporting. Develop high-quality executive briefings, dashboards, and decision-support materials. Synthesize technical, operational, and stakeholder inputs into concise reports for senior leadership. Support executive committees with strategic insights, recommendations, and updates. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Collaborate with senior stakeholders, project teams, and vendors. Build strong relationships to support issue resolution and project alignment. Facilitate communication between business, technical, and executive teams. Risk & Issue Management Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues proactively. Develop mitigation strategies and provide recommendations to leadership. Communicate risks and solutions through governance forums. Communication & Reporting Develop and present executive-level materials, including briefing notes and presentations. Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Manage monthly governance reporting cycles and related documentation. Requirements Required Skills & Experience Core Experience Minimum 5+ years in a senior leadership role in project/program management. Experience managing large-scale, multi-year, complex technology projects. Strong knowledge of all project lifecycle phases (initiation to closure). Experience working in government/public sector environments (preferred OPS experience). Program & Project Management Proven experience leading executive governance cycles. Strong planning, budgeting, and resource management skills. Ability to manage multiple interdependent projects and vendor deliverables. Experience developing project artefacts (plans, reports, change requests, briefings). Communication & Leadership Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present to senior executives and decision-makers. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to lead teams and coordinate across multiple functions. Analytical & Problem Solving Strong analytical skills to assess risks, issues, and performance. Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Proven ability to develop solutions and recommendations in high-pressure environments. Evaluation Criteria 1. Communication & Relationship Management Executive-level communication and presentation skills Stakeholder engagement and trust-building Ability to translate technical content into business insights Experience preparing briefing materials and reports 2. Program Management Skills Governance leadership and reporting experience Strategic planning and execution across multiple projects Risk management and decision-support capabilities Experience managing vendors and project interdependencies 3. Public Sector Experience Experience delivering large-scale public sector projects Understanding of governance models and stakeholder structures Experience advising senior government decision-makers 4. Analytical & Problem Solving Risk identification and mitigation planning Data analysis and reporting for decision-making Ability to identify improvements and optimize processes Knowledge Transfer Requirements Documentation of all deliverables, processes, and methodologies Sharing of project artefacts and analysis Ongoing knowledge transfer through meetings and documentation (e.g., SharePoint) Additional Information Security clearance required (OPS Contractor Security Clearance Process) Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Must-Have Requirements 5+ years of senior project/program management experience in large technology projects Strong executive communication and reporting skills Proven experience leading governance cycles and preparing executive decision materials Upstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.