About Ellucian Ellucian is a global market leader in education technology. We power innovation for higher education, partnering with more than 2,800 customers across 50 countries and serving over 20 million students. Ellucians AI-powered platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened engagement for all students, faculty and staff. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future. These solutions and services span the entire student lifecycle, from student recruitment, enrollment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. Ellucians innovative solutions, vast ecosystem of partners, and user community of more than 45,000 provide best practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving better student outcomes. Values Rooted in Purpose We embrace the power to lead, the courage to innovate, and the determination to grow. At our core, we believe in humanizing our approach, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we endeavor to shape a brighter future for higher education. About the Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, energetic Senior Project Manager (PM) (MID LEVEL) to make a significant contribution to implementations that will modernize higher education for multiple institutions. The Senior Project Manager (PM) role will be a member of a team of project managers working under the direction and guidance of the Professional Services, Director of Field Delivery. The PM will be responsible for assisting with the development and maintenance of project plans, budgets, communications plans, and services delivery leadership across multiple institutions. The PM will also be responsible for adherence to the standard delivery practice as defined by Global Services PMO delivery standards and finding opportunities to further streamline these practices. We are looking for experienced professionals with the ability to successfully drive projects to completion while managing the right balance of process without over-burdening the entrepreneurial spirit of the company. Where you will make an impact • Drive project definition and iterate until projects are defined to support the business case and desired business value. • Manage all aspects of a complex, cross-functional projects through delivery. • Lead workstreams within the overall project in a transparent and productive way, applying standard project management practices. • Assist with the development of the projects key objectives and scope, and communicate them effectively across the project team. • Plan, schedule, and track project deliverables and milestones using Smartsheets and internal proprietary tools. • Assist with developing and managing the project portfolio and assisting with prioritization. What you will bring • 5+ years related work experience in a company or department with a heavy emphasis on Cloud technology. • Project Management experience managing SaaS technology projects. • Proficient in project/presentation tools such as MS Office is required. • Superior communication skills working with all project stakeholders at all levels across multiple mediums; verbal, written, in person, and virtual. • Strong presentation skills with the ability to lead conversations and inspire customers. • Manage project resources from other groups, in a matrixed environment, who are fulfilling roles in your projects. • Proactively manage project issues and risks. • Incorporate change management as a key element for each project. • Lead regular Steering Committee meetings with members of the Executive team. • Ensure projects are delivered on-time/on budget and exceeding stakeholders expectations. • Lead projects from beginning to end, from project inception through delivery. • Provide thought leadership to further develop and maintain PMO templates, processes, and programs. • Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional growth in program/project management and other key areas. • Ability to build strong customer relationships and translate goals into project opportunities. • Is proactive, works hard, and above all else get things done. What makes #Ellucianlife <ul><li>Comprehensive health coverage: family major medical expenses, dental and life insurance.</li><li>Christmas bonus 30 days</li><li>Saving fund</li><li>Monthly food coupon</li><li>15 workdays vacation</li><li>Thrive Flex Program that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests</li><li>5 charitable days to support the community that supports us</li><li>Diversity and inclusion programs that promote employee resource groups such as: Women in Technology, Pride and Go Green to name a few.</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team</li><li>We Foster a learning culture with:<ul><li>Tuition Reimbursement Assistance </li><li>Professional development opportunities</li></ul></li></ul>#LI-RB1 #LI-Remote We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, energetic Senior Project Manager (PM) (MID LEVEL) to make a significant contribution to implementations that will modernize higher education for multiple institutions. The Senior Project Manager (PM) role will be a member of a team of project managers working under the direction and guidance of the Professional Services, Director of Field Delivery. The PM will be responsible for assisting with the development and maintenance of project plans, budgets, communications plans, and services delivery leadership across multiple institutions. The PM will also be responsible for adherence to the standard delivery practice as defined by Global Services PMO delivery standards and finding opportunities to further streamline these practices. We are looking for experienced professionals with the ability to successfully drive projects to completion while managing the right balance of process without over-burdening the entrepreneurial spirit of the company. Where you will make an impact • Drive project definition and iterate until projects are defined to support the business case and desired business value. • Manage all aspects of a complex, cross-functional projects through delivery. • Lead workstreams within the overall project in a transparent and productive way, applying standard project management practices. • Assist with the development of the projects key objectives and scope, and communicate them effectively across the project team. • Plan, schedule, and track project deliverables and milestones using Smartsheets and internal proprietary tools. • Assist with developing and managing the project portfolio and assisting with prioritization. What you will bring • 5+ years related work experience in a company or department with a heavy emphasis on Cloud technology. • Project Management experience managing SaaS technology projects. • Proficient in project/presentation tools such as MS Office is required. • Superior communication skills working with all project stakeholders at all levels across multiple mediums; verbal, written, in person, and virtual. • Strong presentation skills with the ability to lead conversations and inspire customers. • Manage project resources from other groups, in a matrixed environment, who are fulfilling roles in your projects. • Proactively manage project issues and risks. • Incorporate change management as a key element for each project. • Lead regular Steering Committee meetings with members of the Executive team. • Ensure projects are delivered on-time/on budget and exceeding stakeholders expectations. • Lead projects from beginning to end, from project inception through delivery. • Provide thought leadership to further develop and maintain PMO templates, processes, and programs. • Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional growth in program/project management and other key areas. • Ability to build strong customer relationships and translate goals into project opportunities. • Is proactive, works hard, and above all else get things done. <ul><li>Comprehensive health coverage: family major medical expenses, dental and life insurance.</li><li>Christmas bonus 30 days</li><li>Saving fund</li><li>Monthly food coupon</li><li>15 workdays vacation</li><li>Thrive Flex Program that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests</li><li>5 charitable days to support the community that supports us</li><li>Diversity and inclusion programs that promote employee resource groups such as: Women in Technology, Pride and Go Green to name a few.</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team</li><li>We Foster a learning culture with:<ul><li>Tuition Reimbursement Assistance </li><li>Professional development opportunities</li></ul></li></ul>#LI-RB1 #LI-Remote

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