Sr. Project Manager

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH, In-Office 5 days a week (Must be local). Temporary (W2T) position with 0% travel expected.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a large-scale enterprise transformation initiative involving the implementation of a new underwriting and new business platform. This individual will manage project delivery across multiple business and technology teams while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in complex environments, effectively balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution while navigating multiple delivery methodologies and stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, enterprise-wide programs and projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to ensure business objectives and requirements are clearly defined and successfully delivered.
• Coordinate activities across multiple workstreams, teams, and third-party vendors.
• Drive project execution through a blended approach utilizing Agile, Waterfall, and iterative delivery methodologies as appropriate.
• Facilitate project governance activities, including status reporting, steering committee updates, and executive communications.
• Monitor project health, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, issues, and obstacles.
• Manage internal and external project expenditures and provide budget oversight and reporting.
• Ensure project deliverables meet established quality standards and business expectations.
• Lead change management and stakeholder engagement efforts to support program adoption and successful outcomes.

Requirements

• 10+ years of project or program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven success delivering large-scale enterprise transformation programs.
• Strong experience working across business and technology organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, collaborate with, and challenge senior leaders when appropriate.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and external partners.
• Strong financial management skills, including project budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure tracking.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments with competing priorities and evolving requirements.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting underwriting, new business, insurance operations, or financial services transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Experience implementing enterprise platforms or large-scale business process modernization programs.
• PMP, PgMP, Agile, or related project management certifications.

Success Profile

The successful candidate is a highly adaptable leader who can seamlessly transition between strategic thinking and tactical execution. They demonstrate urgency, initiative, flexibility, transparency, collaboration, and strong business acumen while successfully driving complex programs from planning through execution. The ability to manage ambiguity, align diverse stakeholder groups, and translate strategic objectives into actionable plans is critical for success in this role.

Benefits

We proudly offer a comprehensive and well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Competitive compensation.
• Health coverage and wellness programs.
• 401K company match.
• Self-managed PTO.
• Unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments.
• Professional development opportunities.

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are not full-time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more. Regardless of your role, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.

About Us

Founded in 1999 with a remote workforce, Centric Consulting combines the benefits of experience, flexibility, and cost efficiency to create tailored solutions centered on what’s best for businesses. Now numbering more than 1,400 employees in the U.S. and India, we’re committed to solving clients’ toughest problems and delivering on our mission of providing unmatched experiences.

Our purpose at Centric Consulting is to bring unmatched experiences to clients and employees. We approach each other as human beings and lead with empathy and humility. We work diligently to ensure we are a place where everyone can create a sense of belonging and feel respected for who they are.

We know that creating and sustaining an authentically welcoming culture requires that we all play a part in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, from our business practice to how we show up for employees and communities.