Matlen Silver
Junior program manager
Matlen Silver, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Title: Junior Program Manager
Duration: 18 month W2 Contract
Location: Chicago, IL | Chandler, AZ | Kennesaw, GA
Required Pay Scale: 50-60/hr W2
***Due to client requirements this role is only open to W2 candidates / C2C candidates will NOT be considered***
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to lead and oversee complex programs within the SRE and Cloud Operations organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple, cross-functional projects, ensuring successful delivery of business outcomes, and providing timely and transparent communication to stakeholders.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Management:Plan, execute, and oversee the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects or programs, ensuring they align with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders.Monitor program progress, including tracking milestones, deliverables, risks, and dependencies.Manage program budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.Stakeholder Communication:Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, ensuring transparent and regular communication of program status, risks, and issues.Prepare and present detailed status reports, program updates, and performance metrics to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.Ensure stakeholders are kept informed of any significant changes to project scope, timelines, or budgets, and coordinate with them to mitigate risks or address concerns.Risk and Issue Management:Identify potential program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively manage and escalate issues when necessary.Conduct risk assessments to ensure program objectives are achieved with minimal disruption or setbacks.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Collaborate with project managers, product teams, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery of program objectives.Facilitate cross-team communication and ensure collaboration across all departments involved in the program.Continuous Improvement:Develop and implement best practices, standardized templates, and tools to improve program management processes and execution.Conduct post-implementation reviews and capture lessons learned for future improvements.
Qualifications:2+ years of experience in program management, with a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale programs.Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise manner.Excellent stakeholder management experience, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, etc.).Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and manage risks proactively.PMP, CSM, or similar certifications are highly desirable.Experience in Financial Industry.Familiarity with managing cross-functional teams and large enterprise-level programs.Knowledge of Public Cloud (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure).Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Duration: 18 month W2 Contract
Location: Chicago, IL | Chandler, AZ | Kennesaw, GA
Required Pay Scale: 50-60/hr W2
***Due to client requirements this role is only open to W2 candidates / C2C candidates will NOT be considered***
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to lead and oversee complex programs within the SRE and Cloud Operations organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple, cross-functional projects, ensuring successful delivery of business outcomes, and providing timely and transparent communication to stakeholders.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Management:Plan, execute, and oversee the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects or programs, ensuring they align with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders.Monitor program progress, including tracking milestones, deliverables, risks, and dependencies.Manage program budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.Stakeholder Communication:Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, ensuring transparent and regular communication of program status, risks, and issues.Prepare and present detailed status reports, program updates, and performance metrics to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.Ensure stakeholders are kept informed of any significant changes to project scope, timelines, or budgets, and coordinate with them to mitigate risks or address concerns.Risk and Issue Management:Identify potential program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively manage and escalate issues when necessary.Conduct risk assessments to ensure program objectives are achieved with minimal disruption or setbacks.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Collaborate with project managers, product teams, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery of program objectives.Facilitate cross-team communication and ensure collaboration across all departments involved in the program.Continuous Improvement:Develop and implement best practices, standardized templates, and tools to improve program management processes and execution.Conduct post-implementation reviews and capture lessons learned for future improvements.
Qualifications:2+ years of experience in program management, with a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale programs.Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise manner.Excellent stakeholder management experience, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, etc.).Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and manage risks proactively.PMP, CSM, or similar certifications are highly desirable.Experience in Financial Industry.Familiarity with managing cross-functional teams and large enterprise-level programs.Knowledge of Public Cloud (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure).Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone.#J-18808-Ljbffr