Sr. Project Manager II

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together.

We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Project Manager to join our Portfolio and Program Management team in Newport Beach, CA. This hybrid role empowers you to get work done both in and out of the office, shaping Pacific Life’s future in an iterative delivery environment.

• Lead medium to large‑scale initiatives across business and technology teams using a combination of Agile, waterfall, and hybrid delivery methods
• Establish and maintain pragmatic delivery plans, adjusting based on team feedback, stakeholder input, and shifting priorities
• Facilitate clear communication across teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely decision‑making and progress transparency
• Identify risks early, manage trade‑offs, and elevate when appropriate to maintain delivery momentum
• Partner with product managers, business owners, and delivery leads to ensure scope, timing, and outcomes are aligned
• Monitor work in progress and ensure dependencies, impediments, and delivery constraints are actively managed
• Provide delivery leadership that keeps teams focused, stakeholders engaged, and objectives on track

• 8+ years of project management experience in hybrid Agile environments (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or mixed models)
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead through ambiguity
• Experience managing delivery in environments with both iterative and milestone‑driven work
• Ability to track and manage progress across multiple teams and technologies without heavy overhead
• Familiarity with project and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure Dev Ops, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and coordinate across stakeholder groups
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., insurance, financial services, healthcare) preferred

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)
• SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) or SAFe Agilist (SA)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt (a plus)

• Work progresses iteratively, with direction and purpose
• Risks are surfaced and addressed early—not after the fact
• Stakeholders remain informed, engaged, and aligned
• Delivery plans remain current and useful—not theoretical
• Teams are supported and business outcomes are delivered with consistency

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• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.