Lead Project Manager

Company Description

Blend is a premier AI services provider, committed to co-creating meaningful impact for its clients through the power of data science, AI, technology, and people. With a mission to fuel bold visions, Blend tackles significant challenges by seamlessly aligning human expertise with artificial intelligence. The company is dedicated to unlocking value and fostering innovation for its clients by harnessing world-class people and data-driven strategy. We believe that the power of people and AI can have a meaningful impact on your world, creating more fulfilling work and projects for our people and clients. For more information, visit www.blend360.com.

This exciting position is with Futureproof AI, a Blend Company that leverages the power of AI to turn first party data into 1:1 marketing that drives transformative results for enterprises.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end implementation of Pega Customer Decision Hub (CDH) solutions. This individual will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and executing Pega CDH projects to drive business outcomes and customer engagement strategies. 

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering complex Pega-based implementations, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional (on, near and offshore) teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of Pega CDH implementation projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and budgets. 

• Define and document project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, technical teams, and business partners. 

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocation frameworks and other documentation required to achieve project success. 

• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and third-party vendors. 

• Drive project governance and ensure adherence to industry standards, organizational guidelines, and Pega implementation best practices. 

• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively. 

• Ensure successful integration of Pega CDH solutions with existing systems and business processes. 

• Facilitate routine scrum ceremonies and stakeholder communication. 

• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the project team. 

• Promote CDH solution and delivery best practices within and across projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3+ years managing Pega implementations (Pega CDH experience required). 

• Strong understanding of Pega CDH architecture, features, and capabilities, including Omni Channel Personalization, AI, Analytics, Next-Best-Actions and Real-Time Decisioning. 

• Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-functional teams in complex environments. 

• Experience with Agile & Scrum delivery methodologies. 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering value-driven solutions. 

• Proficiency in project management tools such as, Jira, or similar platforms. 

• PMP Certification preferred. 

• Ability to travel domestically, as needed. 

Additional Information

Blend is an Equal Opportunity Employer