Senior Project Manager

Safal Partners is seeking a senior-level Project Manager to lead a large, high-visibility Texas education project. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring successful project delivery, building and maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing to both business development and organizational leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Lead full projects or portfolios, ensuring successful execution across all workstreams
• Develop strategic project approaches, methodologies, and frameworks
• Oversee all major deliverables and ensure alignment with client goals and organizational standards
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the project, including event planning, overseeing project activities, coordinating team members, and ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within budget
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, critical milestones and key deliverables
• Serve as the primary client relationship manager
• Lead high-level presentations, briefings, and strategic discussions
• Identify opportunities for expanded support and long-term partnerships
• Supervise and mentor Managers, Associates, and Analysts
• Provide performance feedback and support professional development
• Contribute to internal initiatives, process improvements, and organizational strategy
• Lead proposal development, including technical strategy, pricing input, and partnership coordination
• Develop thought leadership, represent the organization externally, and support brand visibility
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Oversee project budgets, staffing, and resource planning
• Manage project risks and ensure compliance with organizational policies
• Support leadership in forecasting, planning, and operational decision-making

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in project management, education, or a related field
• 10+ years of relevant project management experience; experience in education or government projects preferred
• PMP certification is required
• Advanced proficiency with Smartsheet required
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets
• Knowledge of education policies, regulations, and state or federal program requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills
• Proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder groups
• Experience leading federal or Texas state‑funded education initiatives
• Experience managing large teams, multi‑partner projects, or complex cross‑functional workstreams