Project Manager

Safal Partners is seeking a proactive, highly skilled Project Manager to join our Workforce practice. In this role, you will lead two active workforce initiatives while supporting business development efforts as we grow our partnerships with state and local workforce stakeholders.

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, Business, Education, or related field
• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably within registered apprenticeship, workforce development, or state and federal government programs
• Advanced proficiency in Smartsheet
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets and financial reporting
• Working knowledge of education and workforce policies, regulations, and state or federal program requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills
• Proven ability to identify challenges, develop solutions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder groups with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related project management tools
• PMP certification
• Experience leading federal or state-funded registered apprenticeship or workforce programs
• Experience managing large teams, multi-partner projects, or complex cross-functional workstreams