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As a project manager you will be part of our team participating in the design and development of new technological solutions. You will also be responsible for managing project resources to ensure ...

Sr. Project Manager, Software

Santa Clara, CA ยท On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

As the Senior Project Manager, Software at Hanwha Q CELLS America, you will be responsible for planning, executing, tracking, and reporting of our testing, qualification, performance, and release of ...

As the Senior Project Manager, Software at Hanwha Q CELLS America, you will be responsible for planning, executing, tracking, and reporting of our testing, qualification, performance, and release of ...

Sr. Project Manager, Software

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

As the Senior Project Manager, Software at Hanwha Q CELLS America, you will be responsible for planning, executing, tracking, and reporting of our testing, qualification, performance, and release of ...

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How much do sr software project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr software project manager in the United States is $136,534.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $166,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sr Software Project Manager vs Software Project Manager?

AspectSr Software Project ManagerSoftware Project Manager
CredentialsTypically requires 5+ years experience, PMP or PMI-ACP certificationUsually 3-5 years experience, may or may not have certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads complex projects, manages teams, interacts with senior stakeholdersManages projects, coordinates teams, reports to senior managers
Industry UsageCommon in tech, software development, IT firmsWidely used across tech, finance, healthcare, and other industries

The main difference between a Sr Software Project Manager and a Software Project Manager lies in experience, project complexity, and leadership responsibilities. The senior role typically involves managing larger, more complex projects and leading teams, often requiring advanced certifications. Both roles are essential in software development environments, but the senior position commands greater strategic influence and experience.

What are some common challenges Sr Software Project Managers face when leading cross-functional teams?

Sr Software Project Managers often encounter challenges such as aligning priorities across diverse teams, managing competing deadlines, and ensuring clear communication between stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds. Navigating resource constraints while maintaining project scope and quality is another frequent hurdle. Successful Sr Software Project Managers use strong leadership, proactive risk management, and transparent decision-making to foster collaboration and keep projects on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Software Project Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Software Project Manager, you need expertise in project management methodologies, software development lifecycle knowledge, and typically a relevant degree or PMP certification. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Trello, Microsoft Project, and agile frameworks is commonly required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills set top performers apart by enabling effective team coordination and stakeholder management. These skills are critical for delivering projects on time, within scope, and to high quality standards in dynamic software environments.

What is a Sr Software Project Manager?

A Sr Software Project Manager is a senior professional responsible for overseeing complex software development projects from initiation to completion. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, mitigate risks, and ensure that project goals align with organizational objectives. Their role also includes stakeholder communication, resource allocation, and ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards. Typically, they have extensive experience in both project management and software development environments.
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Software Project Manager

Marshfield Consulting

Chicago, IL โ€ข Remote

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Position Summary
Are you a problem solver? Do you like working at the intersection of people, process, technology, and harmonizing business processes to leverage each to their fullest potential? Are you analytical in nature with the ability to seamlessly transition from tactical level detail to big picture strategic thinking? Are you a thoughtful and clear communicator in both writing and speaking who can distil complex and abstract ideas and articulate them concisely? Do you enjoy tinkering with new technologies and thinking creatively about how to apply them in real world situations? Do you have grit, determination, and the wherewithal to take on challenges and ultimately succeed? If this describes you thenโ€ฆ
We would be excited to have you join us as a Project Manager. As Project Manager, your role will focus on leading Marshfield Consulting professional services engagements by establishing work plans and organizing/coordinating both client-side and internal Marshfield Consulting stakeholders/resources to deliver CLM solutions that yield business value to our customers. PMs are involved with the full project life-cycle, from project kickoff and upfront strategy & planning, requirements definition and solution design, to technical implementation, testing, launch and ongoing activation & support of DocuSign CLM projects.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as assigned customers primary, day-to-day point of contact during engagements.
  • Establish engagement work plans/work breakdown structures, with input and buy-in from customer stakeholders, that define engagement phases/milestones, activities/tasks, dates/duration, resources, etc. based on Marshfield Consulting services delivery methodologies.
  • Lead and organize the cross-functional Marshfield Consulting team assigned to your engagements, typically comprised of a combination of architects, consultants, trainers, and executives, in order to execute engagement work plans and deliver high-quality deliverables that satisfy customer requirements, objectives and/or acceptance criteria.
  • Produce project management documentation, such as project plans/timelines, project requirements and acceptance criteria (typically in Mavenlink), meeting materials and presentations, status reports, budget reports, resource utilization reports, and other project documentation using Marshfield Consulting templates, tools and standards.
  • Regularly communicate project status with external and internal stakeholders, including key accomplishments, next steps, issues/risks/items for management attention, and project financials.
  • Effectively identify and mitigate/manage engagement risks and issues.
  • Manage engagement scope, schedule, budget and resources.
  • Manage data and execute business processes such as timesheet entry, resource forecasting, utilization analysis, expense management and tracking.

Skills and Requirements
  • Bachelorโ€™s degree and/or equivalent work experience, preferred.
  • 2-3 years of Project Management experience delivering CLM solutions using both waterfall and agile methodologies.
  • Experience with project management tools such as Mavenlink.
  • Contract/Document Management domain experience and experience with specific CLM tools like DocuSign CLM/SpringCM, Conga, Icertis, Apptus, etc.
  • Highly organized and able to balance delivery of time-sensitive work for multiple clients/stakeholders
  • Exemplifies grit and determination to achieve objectives with a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure Client satisfaction
  • Empathetic and able to view problems from multiple perspectives to understand motivations, drivers, and key pivot points
  • Exhibits high integrity, interpersonal skills, and enthusiasm
  • Proficient in Google G-Suite
  • Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

About Marshfield Consulting
Marshfield Consulting is a Chicago based consulting firm that focuses on helping our clients solve challenges around their contract lifecycle management processes. We are fluent in DocuSign CLM and work with clients who are both just starting their CLM transformation journey as well as those who have solutions currently implemented and seek our services to enhance their solutions. While we are a small firm currently, we definitely punch above our weight and are fortunate to have worked with clients of all sizes from startups, midmarket and the Fortune 500 as well as in numerous industries from Legal, Tech, Media, Entertainment, Telecom, and HR Outsourcing.
The founder of Marshfield Consulting spent 10 years at SpringCM as the VP Professional Services prior to it being acquired by DocuSign and he is considered to be one of the foremost experts in DocuSign CLM. By joining Marshfield Consulting, the prospective consultant will have unprecedented access to his knowledge and experience to acquire a highly in-demand skill set around the growing market of CLM technologies.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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