Project Manager (Temporary replacement 3 months)

🏢 Xideral · all 58 jobs
📍 United States
📅 Posted Aug 20, 2026 · via Himalayas
🏷 Project Manager, Contract Project Manager, Interim Project Manager, Pmp Project Manager, Remote Project Manager, Temporary Project Management
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Required Language: English
Weekly Working Hours: 40 hours
Position Type: Remote (Candidates in Salt Lake City time zone preferred)
Project Duration: 3 months (including onboarding and handoff periods)

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Project Manager to temporarily take over the management of two ongoing projects during a colleague’s leave of absence. This role includes a 3-week onboarding period prior to the handoff and a 2-week transition period at the end of the mandate. You will work closely with teams based in Salt Lake City, and time zone compatibility is important to ensure effective collaboration.
Technical Skills and Requirements

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Proven track record in project management with experience overseeing cross-functional teams

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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

- PMP Certification

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Familiarity with KPI tracking, budget control, and reporting (LBE, timeline, risks)

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Ability to quickly adapt to new environments and methodologies

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Experience managing transitions between project leads

Objectives and Deliverables

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Get up to speed with the Client's project management methodology

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Take over responsibilities from the current project manager and ensure a smooth handover at the end of the mandate

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Organize and lead project meetings, follow up with teams and stakeholders

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Track project progress, identify risks, and escalate as necessary

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Monitor changes that may impact project outcomes and adjust plans proactively

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Report on project objectives and status to all stakeholders

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Ensure that all success factors for the project are clearly identified and tracked throughout its lifecycle

- Participate in internal PM team meetings

Key Responsibilities

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Maintain and communicate project timelines, budgets, and KPIs

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Manage cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with project goals

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Provide ongoing status updates and documentation

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Foster team collaboration and stakeholder transparency

Assets

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Experience working in international or remote team environments

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Familiarity with healthcare or regulated industries Bilingual in English and Spanish or French is a plus, though not required

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Originally posted on Himalayas

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