Project Manager
The Florida Panthers, Florida, NY, United States
About the Role
The Florida Panthers are two-time Stanley Cup Champions — and we’re just getting started. Fueled by two championships and a fanbase that is growing faster than nearly any franchise in professional hockey, the Panthers are entering a new chapter defined by ambition, innovation, and a deliberate commitment to doing things differently. We are not content to be a great hockey team. We are building a world‑class sports and entertainment enterprise — one that sets the standard for how professional sports franchises operate, grow, and connect with their communities. This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing Project Management Office at the center of that transformation — directly supporting the COO and driving enterprise‑wide initiatives across revenue, operations, capital investment, strategy, and fan growth.
This role is not for the faint of heart. You will manage complexity across multiple simultaneous workstreams, work with senior leaders who expect sharp thinking and clear communication, and be accountable for keeping mission‑critical projects moving — on time, on budget, and with every stakeholder informed. In return, you’ll have visibility, autonomy, and the chance to leave a real mark.
What You’ll Own
Own the end-to-end lifecycle of high-priority, cross-functional programs — from charter and scope definition through execution, closeout, and post‑mortem. You will hold teams accountable to timelines and deliverables without the luxury of direct authority.
Executive Communication
Synthesize complex, multi-threaded project information into crisp, structured briefings for C‑suite and senior leaders. Translate ambiguity into clarity — in written updates, executive decks, and live presentations.
Stakeholder Orchestration
Build trusted relationships across the organization. Identify misalignment early, facilitate hard conversations, and ensure every function with a stake in a project stays informed, engaged, and unblocked.
Risk and Issue Management
Proactively surface risks before they become problems. Develop contingency plans. Escalate with the right context and the right recommendation — not just the problem.
Process and Rigor
Bring structure to ambiguous situations. Develop and maintain project management frameworks, reporting cadences, and governance processes that scale with the organization.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Partner with Finance, Operations, Strategy, Marketing, Technology, and other functions to align priorities, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions in environments where authority is earned, not given.
AI-Enabled & Agentic Workflows
Architect and operationalize AI-enabled, agent-driven project workflows to automate reporting, forecast risks, and accelerate decision cycles — transforming traditional PMO functions into a real-time, data-driven execution engine.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Credentials
5–10 years of Program or Project Management experience, with a track record of successfully delivering enterprise-scale, cross‑functional initiatives
Demonstrated experience managing projects across diverse domains — revenue programs, operational transformation, capital expenditure (CAPEX), strategic initiatives, or audience/fan development
Experience working in or alongside highly rigorous industries such as aerospace & defense, big tech, management consulting, financial services, or similarly demanding environments
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) strongly preferred
PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred but not required — we care more about your actual capabilities than credentials
Core Competencies
Exceptional written and verbal communication — you write with precision, speak with confidence, and tailor your message to your audience without losing substance
Structured thinking — you instinctively organize information into frameworks, identify what’s signal versus noise, and present complexity in ways people can act on
High EQ and no ego — you listen as well as you lead, build trust quickly, and operate with the humility to know that great outcomes require great relationships
Bias for action — you don’t wait for perfect information; you move with urgency, make smart decisions under ambiguity, and know when to push and when to pause
Relentless follow-through — things don’t fall through the cracks on your watch; you are the person the organization relies on to keep the trains running
Comfortable operating in white space — you thrive when the path is unclear and see ambiguity as an opportunity, not a threat
Who You Are
You are someone who takes pride in the craft of program management. Not because of the title or the authority, but because you understand the leverage it creates. You make the people around you sharper. You make organizations move faster. You are a culture‑carrier who earns trust by being reliably excellent — prepared, calm under pressure, transparent when things go sideways, and relentlessly focused on outcomes over optics.
You come from an environment that demanded precision and accountability, and you’re ready to bring that rigor to a mission that feels personal. You want to build — not just maintain.
Representative Areas of Work
Revenue Growth
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Operational Excellence
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Fan & Audience Growth
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Strategic Planning
Annual strategy development
KPI development and implementation
Platform and tools rollouts
Analytics and reporting initiatives
Vendor and agency management
League and governing body programs
External Partnerships
Annual strategy development
KPI development and implementation
Platform and tools rollouts
Analytics and reporting initiatives
Vendor and agency management
League and governing body programs
Why This Role
Direct line to the COO — you will have genuine visibility into the organization’s most important priorities
Enterprise scope — you won’t be managing a single function; you’ll be operating at the intersection of the entire business
Meritocratic culture — we evaluate people on outcomes and character, not pedigree or politics
Meaningful work — we are building something people care deeply about, and so will you
Talented, driven colleagues — we hire people who make everyone around them better
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member can do the best work of their career.
At the Florida Panthers Hockey Club, Arena Operating Company, Panthers IceDen, Sanza Food Service, War Memorial Benefit Corporation, and FLA Team Shop, we strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make. We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
We welcome all to apply and join our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Voluntary Self-Identification Information
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in The Florida Panthers’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
While the original content has multiple sections describing veteran categories and disability categories, the list of disability categories is provided below for reference.
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
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The Florida Panthers are two-time Stanley Cup Champions — and we’re just getting started. Fueled by two championships and a fanbase that is growing faster than nearly any franchise in professional hockey, the Panthers are entering a new chapter defined by ambition, innovation, and a deliberate commitment to doing things differently. We are not content to be a great hockey team. We are building a world‑class sports and entertainment enterprise — one that sets the standard for how professional sports franchises operate, grow, and connect with their communities. This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing Project Management Office at the center of that transformation — directly supporting the COO and driving enterprise‑wide initiatives across revenue, operations, capital investment, strategy, and fan growth.
This role is not for the faint of heart. You will manage complexity across multiple simultaneous workstreams, work with senior leaders who expect sharp thinking and clear communication, and be accountable for keeping mission‑critical projects moving — on time, on budget, and with every stakeholder informed. In return, you’ll have visibility, autonomy, and the chance to leave a real mark.
What You’ll Own
Own the end-to-end lifecycle of high-priority, cross-functional programs — from charter and scope definition through execution, closeout, and post‑mortem. You will hold teams accountable to timelines and deliverables without the luxury of direct authority.
Executive Communication
Synthesize complex, multi-threaded project information into crisp, structured briefings for C‑suite and senior leaders. Translate ambiguity into clarity — in written updates, executive decks, and live presentations.
Stakeholder Orchestration
Build trusted relationships across the organization. Identify misalignment early, facilitate hard conversations, and ensure every function with a stake in a project stays informed, engaged, and unblocked.
Risk and Issue Management
Proactively surface risks before they become problems. Develop contingency plans. Escalate with the right context and the right recommendation — not just the problem.
Process and Rigor
Bring structure to ambiguous situations. Develop and maintain project management frameworks, reporting cadences, and governance processes that scale with the organization.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Partner with Finance, Operations, Strategy, Marketing, Technology, and other functions to align priorities, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions in environments where authority is earned, not given.
AI-Enabled & Agentic Workflows
Architect and operationalize AI-enabled, agent-driven project workflows to automate reporting, forecast risks, and accelerate decision cycles — transforming traditional PMO functions into a real-time, data-driven execution engine.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Credentials
5–10 years of Program or Project Management experience, with a track record of successfully delivering enterprise-scale, cross‑functional initiatives
Demonstrated experience managing projects across diverse domains — revenue programs, operational transformation, capital expenditure (CAPEX), strategic initiatives, or audience/fan development
Experience working in or alongside highly rigorous industries such as aerospace & defense, big tech, management consulting, financial services, or similarly demanding environments
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) strongly preferred
PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred but not required — we care more about your actual capabilities than credentials
Core Competencies
Exceptional written and verbal communication — you write with precision, speak with confidence, and tailor your message to your audience without losing substance
Structured thinking — you instinctively organize information into frameworks, identify what’s signal versus noise, and present complexity in ways people can act on
High EQ and no ego — you listen as well as you lead, build trust quickly, and operate with the humility to know that great outcomes require great relationships
Bias for action — you don’t wait for perfect information; you move with urgency, make smart decisions under ambiguity, and know when to push and when to pause
Relentless follow-through — things don’t fall through the cracks on your watch; you are the person the organization relies on to keep the trains running
Comfortable operating in white space — you thrive when the path is unclear and see ambiguity as an opportunity, not a threat
Who You Are
You are someone who takes pride in the craft of program management. Not because of the title or the authority, but because you understand the leverage it creates. You make the people around you sharper. You make organizations move faster. You are a culture‑carrier who earns trust by being reliably excellent — prepared, calm under pressure, transparent when things go sideways, and relentlessly focused on outcomes over optics.
You come from an environment that demanded precision and accountability, and you’re ready to bring that rigor to a mission that feels personal. You want to build — not just maintain.
Representative Areas of Work
Revenue Growth
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Operational Excellence
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Fan & Audience Growth
CAPEX planning and execution
Org design and change management
Systems and process transformation
Brand and growth campaigns
Strategic Planning
Annual strategy development
KPI development and implementation
Platform and tools rollouts
Analytics and reporting initiatives
Vendor and agency management
League and governing body programs
External Partnerships
Annual strategy development
KPI development and implementation
Platform and tools rollouts
Analytics and reporting initiatives
Vendor and agency management
League and governing body programs
Why This Role
Direct line to the COO — you will have genuine visibility into the organization’s most important priorities
Enterprise scope — you won’t be managing a single function; you’ll be operating at the intersection of the entire business
Meritocratic culture — we evaluate people on outcomes and character, not pedigree or politics
Meaningful work — we are building something people care deeply about, and so will you
Talented, driven colleagues — we hire people who make everyone around them better
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member can do the best work of their career.
At the Florida Panthers Hockey Club, Arena Operating Company, Panthers IceDen, Sanza Food Service, War Memorial Benefit Corporation, and FLA Team Shop, we strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make. We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
We welcome all to apply and join our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Voluntary Self-Identification Information
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in The Florida Panthers’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
While the original content has multiple sections describing veteran categories and disability categories, the list of disability categories is provided below for reference.
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
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