Project Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager to spearhead significant initiatives within a global financial services firm in Denver, Colorado. This extended contract role is perfect for a client-oriented specialist skilled at steering multifaceted programs from inception to completion while harmonizing business, operational, and technological priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead intricate, organization-wide projects encompassing multiple business units, systems, and delivery teams.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to develop synchronized project schedules, oversee timelines, and maintain alignment on priorities.
• Advise senior leaders and stakeholders strategically by offering actionable insights, implementation strategies, and delivery assistance.
• Assess project risks, dependencies, and business impacts using thorough analysis and governance protocols to aid informed decision-making.
• Monitor the integration between business goals, operational workflows, and technological requirements to ensure successful project execution.
• Take accountability for resolving issues, removing obstacles, and balancing competing priorities to sustain project momentum.
• Prepare and communicate clear progress reports detailing milestones, deliverables, risks, dependencies, and overall project status to teams and executives.
• Manage both internal personnel and external partners, including vendor coordination, to ensure execution efficiency and responsibility.
• Partner with business leaders and finance teams in budget planning, cost-benefit analysis, and financial performance monitoring.
• Coordinate with various internal teams and clients to ready data for technology implementations and support prioritized rollout efforts.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of five years' experience in project management, preferably within financial services or similarly regulated sectors.
• Proven track record leading complex programs through a PMO framework emphasizing governance and control.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills appropriate for professional client interactions.
• Demonstrated ability managing multiple stakeholders across business, technology, operations, finance, and external vendors.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on evaluating project risks, dependencies, and impacts.
• Proficiency in maintaining adaptable project schedules responsive to shifting priorities and resource limitations.
• Experience working in governance-centered project environments and familiarity with structured project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of platforms such as Epicor, Intacct, or comparable enterprise systems is advantageous.

Additional Information

Robert Half is a premier talent solutions firm specializing in connecting qualified professionals with top employers across finance and accounting, technology, marketing, legal, administrative, and customer support domains. We provide contract, temporary, and permanent staffing services.

Our professionals receive access to leading opportunities, competitive pay and benefits, and complimentary online training resources. Contract employees benefit from medical, vision, dental, life, and disability coverage, as well as eligibility for the company 401(k) plan.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are committed to equal opportunity employment inclusive of all genders, disabilities, and veterans.