Senior Project Manager

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager oversees special projects and the development of new business unit activities. They are responsible for executing project management plans, collaborating closely with organizational leaders, and delivering projects that support the company's strategic vision and roadmap. Typically assigned to small to medium-sized projects of moderate complexity, the Senior Project Manager ensures projects are completed on schedule and within budget, driving business outcomes. Their role also includes coordinating resources and schedules across various business areas, managing issues, risks, and change requests to guarantee successful and timely project delivery. Additionally, they contribute to ongoing process improvements related to program delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure alignment with business unit goals (5%)
• Develop status reports covering project achievements, dependencies, risks, and issues for communication at various leadership levels (5%)
• Understand interdependencies among technology, operations, and business needs (5%)
• Navigate and address the motivations and requirements of internal and business partners (5%)
• Engage with leadership teams, product managers, and support specialists on project issues and progress (5%)
• Serve as a mentor and resource for project managers (5%)
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all company policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

Work Experience

• Typically 5+ years of related experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in issue management and customer relations
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and facilitation abilities
• Capacity to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective project management skills
• Logical, detail-oriented, and focused on accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) industry is desired

Work Environment:

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position is 100% in office.

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, colour, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.