Project Manager Lead

About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager Lead to lead cross-functional teams and manage end-to-end project delivery. You will be responsible for planning, execution, resource coordination, and ensuring that all project goals are met on time, within budget, and at the highest quality. In addition, you will lead and mentor a team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and performance excellence.

Responsibilities: Project Management Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and budgets. Create detailed project plans and track progress against milestones. Identify risks, resolve issues, and implement mitigation strategies. Serve as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners. Ensure effective communication and alignment across teams. Team Leadership Lead and manage a team of project managers. Provide coaching, performance reviews, and development plans. Facilitate daily stand-ups, team meetings, and 1:1s. Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Allocate resources effectively based on project needs and priorities. Process and Quality Implement and refine project management best practices and tools. Ensure project documentation, reports, and communications are up to standard. Monitor KPIs and team performance to ensure consistent delivery quality.

Requirements: 3–5+ years of experience as a Project Manager or Team Leader in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Hands-on experience with project management tools. Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BizTalent by 2x Get notified about new Lead Project Manager jobs in Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Overland Park, KS $113,100.00-$185,000.00 5 days ago Project Manager - Consumer Product Engineering Shawnee, KS $100,000.00-$125,000.00 3 hours ago Program Manager, Environmental Health and Safety, Data Center Construction Senior Electrical Project Manager, Industrial Kansas City, MO $113,600.00-$187,500.00 6 days ago Sr Program Manager, Executive Protection Sr. Civil Engineering Project Manager, PE Associate Director, Global Engineering Solutions - Project Technical Lead Senior Project Manager/Electrical Engineer (Sports) Case Manager - Transitional Living Program/Maternity Group Home Overland Park, KS $48.00-$55.00 1 week ago Supply Chain Manufacturing Operational Excellence TPM/IWS - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Quality Analyst (Office-Business Professional) Assistive Services, Waiver Transitions and Physical Disability Program Manager - Remote in Overland Park, KS Overland Park, KS $71,600.00-$140,600.00 6 days ago Program Manager, Security Standards, Design, and Compliance Sr Program Manager, Strategic Acct Sales Lees Summit, MO $47,000.00-$71,300.00 2 weeks ago Program Manager - Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.