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Innovar

Sr. Project Leader - Consultant The Sr. Project Leader is responsible for leading and driving high impact, cross-functional projects through all phases of the project life cycle. This individual will ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA · On-site

As a Senior Project Leader , this role will manage the internal and external cross-functional teams supporting partnerships. This role acts as the lead interface between ADC and external partners ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA · On-site

Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) is seeking a Senior Project Leader to join the Business Enablement PMO , which is responsible for program leadership of projects aimed at delivering a unified, consistent ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA · On-site

Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) is seeking a Senior Project Leader to join the Business Enablement PMO , which is responsible for program leadership of projects aimed at delivering a unified, consistent ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA

Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) is seeking a Senior Project Leader to join the Business Enablement PMO , which is responsible for program leadership of projects aimed at delivering a unified, consistent ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA · On-site

As a Senior Project Leader , this role will manage the internal and external cross-functional teams supporting partnerships. This role acts as the lead interface between ADC and external partners ...

Abbott

Senior Project Leader

Alameda, CA

As a Senior Project Leader , this role will manage the internal and external cross-functional teams supporting partnerships. This role acts as the lead interface between ADC and external partners ...

Building Talent

Senior Project Manager

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$135 - $160K/hr

Senior Project Manager - Architecture San Diego, CA | Full-Time | Hybrid Salary range: $135-$160K ... This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands both the client-facing and technical ...

ASSA ABLOY

Project Leader

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

Track and communicate overall project health across capital funding, cost, quality, timing, and risk metrics; support datadriven decision making at senior leadership reviews. * Support execution ...

Assa Abloy

Project Leader

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

Track and communicate overall project health across capital funding, cost, quality, timing, and risk metrics; support data-driven decision making at senior leadership reviews. * Support execution ...

Motive Companies

Senior Project Manager

Bellflower, CA · On-site

$130 - $150K/hr

Collaborative Leadership Team: Direct partnership with principals, project executives, and ... Senior Project Manager, Construction Project Management, Commercial Construction, General ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior project leader in California is $125,043.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,100.00 and $144,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Sr. Project Leader - Consultant The Sr. Project Leader is responsible for leading and driving high impact, cross-functional projects through all phases of the project life cycle.

This individual will be responsible for all of the project planning and controlling activities such as scope, schedule, and budget management. In addition to being able to manage the project, this individual needs exceptional leadership skills in order to properly motivate the team and handle the people dynamics of the project. The Sr.

Project Leader needs experience in leading cross-functional teams across various organizations through requirements definition, functional specifications, detailed design, coding, testing, operations training, and implementation activities. This position is not suitable for administrative project managers. This individual must be hands-on and able to get into the details of the project while maintaining the broader business goals and objectives.

The Sr. Project Leader must be able to balance between understanding the holistic vision and driving change across an organization. The role of Sr.

Project Leader is a contract position, offers competitive compensation and may require weekly travel. Travel expenses will be reimbursed by the company. Applicants based in Southren California are preferred.

Minimum Requirements: 7-10 years business project management experience Information Technology perspective - need to understand the SDLC Business Operations perspective - need to understand the operational impacts of process improvements and system implementations Visio experience a must Aviation industry experience a plus Responsibilities: Lead and motivate cross-functional team Build a team environment that encourages collaboration and communication Accountable for project scope, schedule, and budget Assist in the identification and assignment of project resources Accountable for resolution of project issues and risks across all business and technical areas Coordination of requirements management and analysis activities Coordination of the development activities Develop project plans and use project management skills appropriately to ensure timely delivery of client solutions Work with peers to coordinate inter-dependent activities Apply industry knowledge in solving business problems Facilitate team activities toward the achievement of the desired outcome while considering results, processes, and relationships Act as an authority on Project Management methodology and best practices Communicate the value of Project Management methodology

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