Strategic Project Manager

Role Description:

The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for driving high-impact initiatives that support the organization’s long-term business objectives and operational excellence. This role serves as a bridge between executive leadership and cross-functional teams, ensuring that complex projects are strategically aligned, efficiently executed, and successfully delivered within scope, budget, and timeline. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include planning, executing, and overseeing strategic projects from initiation to completion. You will define project objectives, develop implementation roadmaps, identify key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure measurable outcomes. The Strategic Project Manager will coordinate across departments — including operations, finance, IT, marketing, and business development — to ensure alignment with corporate goals and effective stakeholder engagement.

A core part of the role involves monitoring progress, managing risk, and providing transparent reporting to senior management and stakeholders. You will be responsible for preparing project documentation, financial tracking, and performance reviews, while identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, productivity, and innovation. The role also involves facilitating strategic workshops, supporting decision-making with data-driven insights, and ensuring that all initiatives contribute to sustainable business growth.

This position is ideal for professionals who combine strong project management expertise with business acumen and strategic foresight. It offers the opportunity to influence organizational transformation, drive cross-functional collaboration, and play a key role in executing the company’s strategic vision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile is highly desirable.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in project management, strategic planning, or business transformation roles.
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects with measurable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices (Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, with experience presenting to senior executives.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Asana, JIRA, Smartsheet, or Trello.
• Strong financial literacy with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and ROI analysis.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills with attention to detail.
• Strategic mindset, adaptability, and ability to thrive in an environment of change and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, inspire collaboration, and deliver results under tight deadlines.