Urgent Search Technical Project Manager

Job Description Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced, technically adept, and results-oriented Senior Technical Project Manager (Sr. TPM) to lead and drive the successful execution of complex technical projects across multiple engineering and product departments. The Sr. TPM will be responsible for end-to-end project ownership, from strategic planning and technical scoping to flawless execution, delivery, and post-launch optimization. This role requires a strong blend of technical understanding, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to influence and guide cross-functional technical teams to achieve ambitious goals in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader, problem-solver, and an excellent communicator capable of navigating technical challenges and stakeholder expectations. Responsibilities Technical Project Leadership & Strategy: Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of large-scale, complex technical projects, often involving multiple engineering teams and dependencies. Define project scope, objectives, technical requirements, and success metrics in collaboration with engineering leads, product managers, and architects. Develop comprehensive project plans, roadmaps, and detailed technical schedules, identifying critical paths and potential bottlenecks. Drive technical decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with architectural guidelines and long-term strategic objectives. Cross-Functional Team & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact and facilitator for technical project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Manage expectations and cultivate strong relationships with all project stakeholders, including engineering leadership, product management, QA, operations, and external partners. Facilitate effective and timely communication across the project team and with stakeholders, providing transparent status updates, progress reports, and addressing concerns proactively. Conduct regular project reviews, stand-ups, and sprint planning sessions, ensuring accountability and progress. Risk, Issue & Dependency Management Proactively identify, assess, track, and mitigate technical risks and inter-team dependencies throughout the project lifecycle. Develop and implement robust contingency plans to address unforeseen technical challenges and ensure project continuity. Drive resolution of critical technical issues, escalating appropriately and engaging necessary resources to unblock progress. Technical Execution & Quality Assurance Oversee the technical execution of projects, ensuring adherence to established engineering best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles. Ensure that project deliverables meet the highest quality standards, performance requirements, and scalability objectives. Collaborate with QA and engineering teams to define testing strategies and ensure comprehensive validation of technical solutions. Resource & Budget Management Work closely with engineering managers to define and secure necessary technical resources for project execution. Manage project budgets and expenses, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets. Process Improvement & Mentorship Champion and drive the continuous improvement of technical project management methodologies, tools, and processes within the organization. Mentor and guide junior project managers or team members on best practices in technical project execution and leadership. Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational standards for technical project documentation. Reporting & Analytics Prepare and present comprehensive project status reports, technical deep-dives, and executive-level presentations on project health, risks, and achievements. Utilize project management tools and metrics to track progress, analyze performance, and identify areas for optimization.