Principal Project Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple project workstreams and create an environment of trust that enables autonomous teams to work effectively and collaboratively within their team and with others
• Oversee release plans for iterative and incremental delivery of value and be accountable for iteration planning, tracking, reporting, delivery scope, prioritization, estimates, risks, dependency management and financials for the client engagement
• Bring innovative and fresh ideas to project management, pushing the boundaries of how project managers can deliver exceptional business value
• Orchestrate the design and build of critical and complex custom-designed, multi-tier, business applications that use a wide range of the very latest technologies
• Propose and deliver a high-value delivery roadmap and plans that support the client's business strategies and objectives; proactively manage risk and communicate openly with the client with integrity
• Ensure that the delivered value is explicit and well understood by the client and the Thoughtworks teams
• Set up project processes in line with agile best practices and ensure their sustainability over time
• Drive towards impactful business outcomes, setting clear expectations and providing space for creativity; achieve results through leveraged leadership and inspire/recognize teams to achieve sustained, tangible progress and impactful objectives, while holding both yourself and others accountable
• Navigate organizational structures and politics effectively to drive expected outcomes and develop/foster authentic executive client relationships

Requirements

• Ample experience managing large, complex projects with end-to-end responsibility of project delivery
• Adept with release planning, estimation, capacity planning, proposal building, contract negotiation and managing project financials
• Experience with various software development approaches (traditional, agile, etc.) and ability to consult clients on the best approaches applicable to their scenarios
• Belief in the power of a flat hierarchy and enjoyment in facilitating and organizing sessions to promote collaboration
• Experience managing distributed or co-located teams
• Adept with team management and team growth plans
• Comfortable working with senior client leaders and company leadership teams to shape and execute strategic initiatives
• Resilient in ambiguous situations and able to adapt to challenges from multiple perspectives
• Seen as a coach and mentor, motivating others and influencing teammates to take positive action and accountability
• Proven leadership in encouraging teammates' professional development and relationships
• Strong partnership-building skills to bring new opportunities to the business

Nice to Have

• Experience with managing multiple project workstreams simultaneously
• Experience in orchestrating complex, multi-tier business applications using the latest technologies

Qualifications

• Experience managing large, complex projects with end-to-end responsibility
• Aptitude with release planning, estimation, capacity planning, proposal building, contract negotiation, and managing project financials
• Experience with various software development approaches (traditional, agile, etc.)

Benefits & Perks

• Support for career development through interactive tools, development programs, and a culture of growth
• Hybrid working model with remote work and local office options
• Business travel to client locations when required
• Equal opportunity employer policies