Senior Project Management Lead

Aprio • Nashville, TN

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Enterprise Project Management Office and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Senior Project Management Lead to join their dynamic team.
Enterprise PMO (ePMO) is seeking a resourceful and dynamic Senior Project Management Lead to guide and support enterprise-wide initiatives and lead a team of Project Managers. This pivotal role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including managing complex project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, driving process improvements, and delivering impactful results across the organization. Candidates must have demonstrated people management experience and the ability to support direct reports in career development, project assignments, and portfolio oversight. If you are an organized Senior Project Manager who likes to lead and who thrives in an environment of continuous growth and innovation, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or related field.
• Professional certification such as PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of people management experience required.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience leading large-scale, cross-functional projects within an enterprise or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., ClickUp)
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI).
• Superior organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and adapt to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage enterprise-wide projects, such as the Partner Transition program from initiation through completion, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Develop and implement comprehensive partner succession planning strategies to support business continuity and growth.
• Collaborate with the Partner Success Team and other cross-functional stakeholders to identify transition needs, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Coordinate transition activities, including communications, documentation, and knowledge transfer, to minimize disruption and maximize partner satisfaction.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of transition and succession initiatives.
• Facilitate regular project updates, status reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Proactively identify risks and obstacles, developing solutions to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Develop and lead a team of Project Managers, allocating resources wisely and monitoring the team’s progress and the portfolio.
• Ensure teams are allocated to projects based on skills and needs for the projects by proactively matching the right resources to the right projects.
• Champion the adoption of best practices and methodologies for project delivery, driving efficiency and quality in all ePMO led projects.
• Periodically lead critical projects for the firm and partner with senior executives in the organization for project success.
• Maintain and enhance internal communication platforms to ensure teams are informed, connected, and equipped with needed resources.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level