Sr. Project Manager (Remote)

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to empower IT executives and their organizations through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. With a startup spirit and scalable business model, Trace3 offers employees the opportunity to grow their careers while making an impact. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Trace3 employs over 1,200 people across major field offices in Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, and San Francisco.

About the role

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) will oversee cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity, focusing on enterprise system implementations and enhancements. This role manages full project lifecycles, ensuring initiatives are completed on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with business goals. The SPM requires strong leadership, collaboration, communication, and a track record of driving results in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple enterprise-level projects of medium-to-large size simultaneously and their respective project teams through the project life cycle.
• Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics in collaboration with executive sponsors and stakeholders.
• Facilitate requirement gathering, process mapping, and solution design workshops across departments.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and communication strategies.
• Manage cross-functional teams, external vendors, and third-party developers to drive successful delivery.
• Oversee UAT planning, coordination, and execution, ensuring end-user readiness and adoption.
• Track budgets, manage change control, and provide clear and frequent status updates to leadership and executive teams.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and critical path issues.
• Serve as a primary liaison for internal teams and external implementation partners.
• Develop executive-level reporting, dashboards, and presentations on project health, ROI, and strategic alignment.
• Lead post-implementation reviews and ensure transition to steady-state operations.
• Document business processes related to projects and internally, communicate opportunities for improvement, and develop plans to execute.
• Exercise independent discretion and judgment to solve complex problems regarding project, department, or division-related work.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in business analysis, project management, product management, business case reporting, and process improvement.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex enterprise system implementation projects for tools such as NetSuite, ServiceNow, HR, and Payroll Systems.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise SaaS or system integration projects across multiple business units.
• Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with experience negotiating conflict to achieve win-win outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to extensively analyze business processes and workflows.
• Experience in executive-level stakeholder management, reporting, and presentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of business applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio).
• PMP certification is preferred.
• ServiceNow and/or NetSuite certifications are preferred.

Skills

• Street-Smart: Flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment, continuously innovating while keeping focus on the “big picture.”
• Juice: Drives results, leads without a title, and exhibits a can-do attitude with a goal-oriented mindset.
• Teamwork: Humble, hungry, and smart—values respect, transparency, and collaboration while appreciating individuality.

Pay

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure, and certification, and business needs. The estimated pay range for this position is $120,000 USD - $135,000 USD. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match.
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability.
• Competitive compensation.
• Training and development programs.
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages.
• Collaborative and cool culture.
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off.