Project Executive

Who We Are

HS GovTech was founded in 1998 in British Columbia, Canada, The mission was to develop health protection inspection, regulatory enforcement, and communication management systems for federal, state, county, provincial, and municipal governments.

Mission/Overview

The executive-level role that combines project management with high-stakes client engagement is most often called a Project Executive or a Client Partner. The following job description combines the strategic, operational, and client-facing responsibilities of this senior position.

The Executive Project Manager/Client Partner is a senior leader responsible for the strategic oversight and successful execution of complex, high-value programs and projects. This role serves as the primary relationship owner for key clients, acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite and executive-level stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the client's business, expertly navigates large-scale initiatives, and drives strategic growth for both the client and the company.

What you'll be doing:

Strategic leadership and planning

- Provide high-level strategic direction for a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and long-term client goals.

- Collaborate with senior management and internal teams to define project scope, strategy, and business objectives from the earliest stages of ideation.

- Identify opportunities for new business development and service expansion within existing client accounts.

- Contribute to the evolution of the company's project management methodology, ensuring best practices are standardized and continuously improved.

Client and stakeholder management

- Build and nurture strong, executive-level relationships with client stakeholders, acting as the ultimate point of escalation for all project-related matters.

- Anticipate client needs and expectations, and proactively develop solutions that deliver exceptional value beyond the terms of a contract.

- Lead contract negotiations and ensure alignment between proposed work, budget, and deliverables.

- Provide high-level transparency to client executives regarding project successes, risks, value-adds, and constraints.

Program and project oversight

- Lead and mentor a team of senior project managers and other project staff, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance.

- Oversee the performance of multiple concurrent projects, monitoring progress against key metrics such as scope, budget, and schedule.

- Direct the management of project budgets, tracking expenses, and authorizing spending plans to ensure profitability.

- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing and executing effective mitigation strategies.

Operational excellence

- Ensure project deliverables meet or exceed high-quality standards and adhere to defined best practices.

- Foster a culture of accountability and excellence within project teams.

- Oversee project closure, including formal client acceptance and documentation, to ensure a smooth transition and capture lessons learned.

What You'll Need:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or PMP certification is preferred.

- Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex, large-scale programs and initiatives.

- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in motivating and guiding cross-functional teams, with superb communication and interpersonal skills.

- Business Acumen: A deep understanding of industry trends and the ability to align project strategies with high-level business objectives.

- Technical Proficiency: Fluency with project management and CRM software.

Skills and Abilities

- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

- Superior strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.

- Advanced risk management and mitigation capabilities.

- Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.

- High level of emotional intelligence and adaptability.

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