Senior Project Manager
Yesterday• Flexible / Remote
Gunnison, CO
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
Join the innovative team at Kyndryl as a Senior Project Manager and unlock your potential to shape the future of technology solutions. As a key player in our organization, you will embark on an exciting journey where you get to work closely with customers, understand their unique challenges, and provide them with cutting-edge technical solutions and services.
Kyndryl Senior Project Managers oversee the delivery of major projects within scope, schedule, and budget. You'll be the driving force for every aspect of a program's success, and the "conductor" who orchestrates everyone's efforts to make beautiful music together.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Program Execution & Governance
- Enforce adherence to governance model and operating rhythm
- Drive structured governance forums with clear outputs:
- Decisions, actions, and ownership
- Integrated reporting and status visibility
- Eliminate non-standard processes and shadow governance
2. Resource Management
- Own program-wide resource demand vs. capacity planning
- Drive:
- Forecasting across workstreams
- Resource intake, tracking, and approvals
- Escalation of staffing gaps impacting delivery
- Ensure alignment between resource allocation and program priorities
3. Cost Management & Financial Oversight
- Manage budget vs. actuals and forecast vs. backlog alignment
- Identify and escalate financial risks and variances
- Support financial governance tied to milestones and delivery outcomes
- Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making
4. Stage Gate / Tollgate Management
- Lead tollgate governance and readiness process
- Ensure:
- Deliverables meet defined acceptance criteria
- Supporting documentation and evidence are complete
- Cross-functional alignment is achieved prior to approvals
- Drive Go/No-Go readiness across all releases
5. Integrated Planning & Dependency Management
- Maintain integrated program plan across all workstreams
- Drive:
- Cross-workstream dependency management
- 30/60/90-day lookahead planning
- Alignment of milestones and delivery timelines
6. Reporting, Dashboards & Analytics
- Develop and maintain program dashboards and reporting
- Track:
- Delivery health
- Resource status
- Financial performance
- RAID metrics
- Provide actionable insights to leadership through data analysis
7. Agile Execution Oversight
- Ensure consistent adoption of Agile practices across workstreams
- Track:
- Sprint execution
- Velocity and predictability
- Align Agile delivery with program-level milestones and governance
8. Executive Communication & Presentations
- Develop executive-level presentations and reporting materials
- Translate complex data into:
- Clear insights
- Decision-ready narratives
Your future at Kyndryl
Becoming a Project Manager at Kyndryl is an excellent gateway to many different paths. You'll be creating a well-rounded skillset while gaining professional certifications and qualifications. You can evolve horizontally into other technical or non-technical areas such as Technical Service Architect, or you can move vertically to become a senior project manager or program manager. There are many different types and flavors of PM roles, so everyone can find the opportunity that suits them best.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
Why Kyndryl:
We're a purpose-driven company committed to innovation and empowering our people. Here, your work contributes to meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to provide it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in your work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Skills and Experience
Program & Delivery Experience
- 10+ years of experience in program management or large-scale transformation delivery
- Proven experience operating in multi-workstream, complex programs
Core Functional Expertise
- Strong expertise in:
- Resource Management (demand vs. capacity planning)
- Cost Management / Financial Governance
- Stage Gate / Tollgate Management
- Experience driving program controls and execution discipline
Technical & Analytical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel:
- Pivot tables, modeling, and scenario analysis
- Data manipulation and reporting automation
- Experience building dashboards and reporting solutions (Power BI preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Methodology & Tools
- Strong experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid models)
- Experience with program and project management tools:
- JIRA
- Confluence
- Power BI or similar reporting tools
Communication & Leadership Skills
- Strong executive communication and presentation skills
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders across business and technology teams
- Strong facilitation and cross-functional coordination skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in technology transformation programs (e.g., ERP, mainframe modernization)
- Experience in client-facing consulting or delivery environments
- Familiarity with enterprise PMO frameworks and governance models
Success Profile
- Drives consistency and discipline across execution
- Anticipates risks and resolves issues proactively
- Ensures alignment between resources, cost, and delivery outcomes
- Produces clear, data-driven insights for leadership decision-making
The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is -$100,080 to$ 190,080 based on a full-time schedule.
Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California (San Francisco Bay Area):$120,120 to $228,000
California (All Other):$110,040 to $209,040
Colorado: $100,080 to $190,080
Massachusetts$100,080 to $209,040
New York City: $120,120 to $228,000
Washington: $110,040 to $209,040
Washington DC:$110,040 to $209,040
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
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Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Gunnison, CO
Job ID: Kyndryl-R-59849
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-13T18:49:19
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Mental Health Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Stock Purchase Program
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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