Summary The Senior Project Manager (PM) serves as a foundational role in the delivery of Guidewire projects, focusing on the execution of smaller, more contained projects while building the skills and knowledge required to progress toward the Engagement Manager (EM) role. Project Delivery and Execution Manage the successful execution of Guidewire projects, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and project goals. Serve as the primary contact for day-to-day project communication with clients. Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking progress and adjusting plans as necessary. Monitor project performance and report progress to stakeholders, managing schedule, scope, and customer budget. Customer Engagement and Communication Build foundational relationships with clients and focus on project-level concerns. Act as the day‑to‑day point of contact, ensuring clear communication and delivery within agreed parameters. Foster positive working relationships by actively engaging in status meetings. Collaborate closely with Engagement Managers and Principals on larger projects. Risk Management and Issue Resolution Identify and elevate potential project risks, collaborating with internal teams to develop mitigation strategies. Proactively communicate risks and issues to stakeholders and elevate when necessary. Maintain a problem‑solving approach to address challenges and remove obstacles. Resource Coordination and Collaboration Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Service Centers, Practices, and Guidewire Partners. Develop and manage resource plans to support scope, schedule, and budget. Partner with Engagement Managers and Principals to gain broader program‑level experience. Financial Management and Budgeting Focus on financial tracking with no primary P&L responsibility. Support project revenue forecast creation. Monitor financial metrics to align with customer budget goals. Proactively address financial risks and manage internal cost of delivery. Assist in building business cases and budget proposals for complex engagements. Who You Are – Communication and Stakeholder Management Strong communication skills; effectively engage stakeholders at all levels. Comfortable presenting updates and discussing performance with stakeholders. Help team members prioritize and meet commitments. Manage global teams and work with multiple partners or vendors. Who You Are – Organization and Time Management Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively across multiple project components. Detail‑oriented with tracking deliverables and milestones. Who You Are – Problem Solving and Analytical Skills Analytical mindset; proactively identify potential issues and develop solutions. Discern when to elevate challenges regarding schedule, scope, and budget. Synthesize information, assess risks, and make thoughtful decisions. Who You Are – Growth Potential and Development Focus Demonstrated interest in progressing to the Engagement Manager role. Seek mentorship and guidance from senior leaders. Committed to developing knowledge of Guidewire products, cloud solutions, and the insurance industry. Desire to identify and match customers' needs with Guidewire Services. Who You Are – Guidewire Knowledge and Industry Understanding Familiarity with Guidewire catalog and willingness to develop knowledge through training and certification. Basic understanding of the insurance industry and regional trends. Experience coordinating projects within a professional services or consulting organization. Requirements 10+ years of Project/Program Management experience. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time. Multilingual experience is a plus, but not required. Compensation and Benefits The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $128,000 – $234,000. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; company‑sponsored retirement plan; and eligibility for bonus and incentive awards based on performance. Disability Accommodations Guidewire provides accommodations to the hiring process to create a fair opportunity for candidates with disabilities. Accommodation requests should be directed to If an accommodation is denied or you are not selected, you may appeal the decision by emailing within five business days. A new decision maker will review and notify you within ten business days. Guidewire Software, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and believe that a diversity of perspectives, abilities, and cultures is a key to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. All offers are contingent upon passing required background checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr