Senior Consulting Manager, PMO

Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you.

At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will make an impact by leading complex transformation initiatives that enable clients to improve business performance, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver strategic outcomes. You will be a valued member of our Transformation Management Consulting team and collaborate closely with engagement leaders, cross-functional consultants, and client stakeholders.

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured: we will always be clear about role expectations.

• 8+ years of experience in project or program management within consulting, transformation, or enterprise change environments.
• Proven track record leading large, complex, multi-workstream transformation engagements (technology-enabled preferred).
• Strong command of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, risk mitigation, and executive communication.
• Experience driving readiness activities across people, process, technology, and operational work streams.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or related field.

• Consulting experience with Fortune 500 clients or within large global organizations.
• PMP, PgMP, Prosci, Agile, or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with digital transformation, process reengineering, or enterprise portfolio management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively in matrixed consulting environments.

$98,853 – $

This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of applicable plans.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program
• 10 paid holidays plus PTO
• Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
• Learning and development programs and certifications

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.