ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Director Science Project Management Jobs in Colorado

Tallgrass

Director-IT Project Management

Lakewood, CO · On-site

The Director-IT Project Management is responsible for establishing and leading the strategic direction for the IT Project Management team to ensure consistent delivery of IT projects across the ...

JLL

Project Management Director/PDS Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

As a Project Management Director/PDS Lead at JLL, you will play a crucial role in shaping a brighter future for our clients, our company, and our employees. Your leadership will empower teams to ...

SNC-Lavalin

PMO Specialist

Denver, CO

Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and work effectively across functions ... project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our ...

Pae

Project Director

Englewood, CO

As a Project Director supporting our Engineering and Design team, this individual will be fully ... DOE O 413.3b, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets Engineering ...

Amentum

Project Director

Englewood, CO · On-site

As a Project Director supporting our Engineering and Design team, this individual will be fully ... Furthermore, the Project Manager is responsible for identification, assessment and adherence to:

next page

Showing results 1-20

People also search for

All JobsDirector Science Project Management JobsDirector Science Project Management Jobs in Colorado

Director Science Project Management information

What is the difference between Director Science Project Management vs Project Manager?

AspectDirector Science Project ManagementProject Manager
CredentialsAdvanced degrees in science or related fields, certifications like PMP or PgMPBachelor's or master's degree, PMP or similar certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership in research-focused organizations, overseeing multiple projectsDay-to-day project execution, team coordination, and timeline management
Industry UsageCommon in biotech, pharma, and research institutionsWidespread across various industries including tech, construction, and healthcare

The main difference is that the Director Science Project Management focuses on strategic oversight and leadership of multiple science projects, often at an organizational level, while the Project Manager handles the planning, execution, and delivery of individual projects. Both roles require strong project management skills, but the director role involves higher-level decision-making and resource allocation.

What are the most commonly searched types of Science Project Management jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Science Project Management jobs in Colorado are:
What are popular job titles related to Director Science Project Management jobs in Colorado? For Director Science Project Management jobs in Colorado, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Director Science Project Management jobs in Colorado look for? The top searched job categories for Director Science Project Management jobs in Colorado are:
Director Science Project Management jobs near you
Senior Technical Project Manager (Data Science)

Senior Technical Project Manager (Data Science)

Vizient

Englewood, CO

$102.40K - $179K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary:

In this role, you will lead complex, enterprise-level technology initiatives within Data Science. You will partner with Data Science leadership, clients, architects, engineers, and external vendors to deliver projects aligned with strategic priorities and the long-term technology roadmap. You will ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with operational, security, and architectural standards while communicating progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead cross-functional Data Science projects from initiation through implementation and operational transition.
  • Develop project artifacts including charters, schedules, budgets, status reports, and risk registers.
  • Drive accountability across technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
  • Serve as primary liaison between business owners, Data Science teams, and vendors.
  • Facilitate project meetings, executive updates, and decision-making forums.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and executives.
  • Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests proactively.
  • Ensure project objectives align with business outcomes and enterprise technology strategy.
  • Partner with enterprise architects, infrastructure, and Data Science teams to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Translate technical concepts into business-focused communication for executives and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Oversee vendor deliverables, statements of work, and integration activities.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant degree preferred.
  • 5 or more years of relevant experience with IT/Data Science project management and demonstrated success leading enterprise technical initiatives is required.
  • Experience leading small and large enterprise-level technical projects required.
  • Experience working in a matrixed environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), infrastructure, cloud technologies, and enterprise platforms.
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, or Azure DevOps highly preferred.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level presentations.
  • PMP, PgMP, or PMI-ACP certification preferred.
  • Experience supporting healthcare, analytics, or SaaS-based environments preferred.
  • Experience working within complex IT processes, architecture, and governance, with demonstrated ability to take ownership, work independently, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing demands, and meet deadlines.

Estimated Hiring Range:

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $102,400.00 to $179,000.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

Apply