Senior Project Manager

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager. This role will lead the design and development of complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring new products are delivered to specification, on schedule, and within budget. The Senior Project Manager will champion program success, coordinate across engineering disciplines, and maintain executive-level communication while driving innovation and operational excellence.

In this role, you will

• Lead multiple complex, high-risk projects from concept to mass production
• Review project plans, proposals, and develop objectives with leadership teams
• Define project scope, schedules, and responsibilities across phases and elements
• Partner with marketing to establish product requirements and business goals
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to allocate and manage technical resources
• Direct cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, software, and applications) to achieve milestones
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and capital spending; identify and pursue corrective solutions if exceeded
• Advocate for the design team and proactively remove roadblocks
• Manage project documentation, milestone tracking, and deliverables
• Present status reports, trend analysis, and recommendations to stakeholders and executives
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and agency requirements
• Conduct customer training for new products when required
• Mentor junior project managers and share best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field preferred

• 5–20 years of experience managing engineering projects (system-level preferred)
• PMP certification required
• Strong executive communication skills with proven ability to present to C-Suite leadership
• Hands-on experience directing Agile software development projects for new product development
• Demonstrated experience leading teams of 40+ across multiple disciplines
• Proven track record orchestrating embedded software, application software, electrical, and mechanical designs into finished consumer products
• Strong skills in organization, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and timeline management
• Ability to inspire teams while maintaining an approachable and relatable leadership style

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages plus potential quarterly bonuses
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee discount programs and perks