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Penske Digital Project Manager Consulting Director in Phoenix, Arizona
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is an established top 10 accounting and tax advisory firm expanding its Digital Consulting practice. Our Digital Consulting Enablement Team integrates Organizational Change Management (OCM), Project Management, and Business Analysis capabilities.
Digital Project Management Consulting Director
CLA is currently seeking a Digital Project Management Consulting Director to join our growing Digital practice. This leadership role is responsible for owning the development and execution of project proposals and delivery strategies that align with business goals, timelines, methodologies, and staffing requirements. The Digital Director ensures project quality, manages risk, and drives successful outcomes across complex, cross‑functional digital initiatives.
Essential Job Functions
Project Management Leadership
Lead the planning and execution of digital initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Develop comprehensive project plans that define deliverables, milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements.
Direct and manage end‑to‑end project execution, including tracking progress, resolving dependencies, and ensuring accountability across teams.
Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks and issues, serving as an escalation point for complex or unforeseen challenges.
Analyze key performance metrics to assess project health and proactively address impacts to scope, timeline, or quality.
Ensure adherence to project standards, methodologies, and quality expectations across all engagements.
Relationship & Stakeholder Management
Lead and inspire diverse, cross‑functional project teams in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including service and industry teams, Enterprise Marketing, Learning & Development, Enterprise Information Technology, executive leadership, and external partners.
Establish clear, consistent communication channels with internal and external stakeholders, making communication an integral part of all planning and execution activities.
Provide timely, transparent updates to Managing Principals, Principals, Executive Leaders, and vendors.
Operate in an agile environment, adapting project direction based on stakeholder feedback and evolving business needs.
Process Improvement & Documentation
Drive continuous improvement of project management methodologies to support predictable execution, cost savings, and operational efficiencies.
Identify and implement best practices that enhance delivery quality and scalability across the Digital service.
Ensure processes, standards, and methodologies are well documented to support training, consistency, and execution excellence.
Team Leadership & Development
Mentor and guide members of the Digital Project Management team to ensure strong project leadership and delivery outcomes.
Support team development by acting as a Peer Advisor and/or Career Coach, helping team members grow their skills and advance their inspired careers at CLA.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the project management team.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience
7 years of experience working in project management required. · Experience with IS&T-oriented projects, such as data integration, dashboard development, or software development preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree required. (Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.)
Certifications / Licenses
None required. · Project Management Institute certification preferred.
Our Perks:
Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage Our Perks:
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Complete list of benefits here (https://www.claconnect.com/-/media/cla-2023-wellness-brochure.pdf?rev=02cf6be96a514a07a6f529c0bb8b51da&hash=C850CA544F1AD82C04A6900952F59DBD)
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
To view a complete list of benefits click here (https://www.claconnect.com/-/media/files/careers-supporting/2024-wellness-brochure.pdf?rev=4bcfde10035341fe88a28cbb5a78b3a6&hash=41EE22B2459D64E86FD0967978269399) .
Start your inspired career
When you join CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career . Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It’s not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it’s the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility.
Watch our video (https://www.claconnect.com/resources/videos/2017/you-are-the-future-of-cla-recruiting-video) to see why people join CLA.
About CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com . Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
Wellness at CLA
Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here (https://www.claconnect.com/careers/career-benefits) to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings.
CLA is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Click here (https://www.claconnect.com/general/equal-employment-opportunity) to learn about your hiring rights.
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