IT-Project Manager III

Job Title - Program Manager We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to play a pivotal role in driving the success of our IT business by managing the delivery of projects. In this high-visibility position, you will lead product, application, and project activities within the assigned program. Responsibilities: Strategy & Planning: Lead and support the vision and strategy for, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with IT development and architecture to deliver capabilities and projects according to the program roadmap. Maintain a deep understanding of the platform, guiding internal stakeholders on its optimal utilization. Develop best practices for content development, analytics reviews, and metrics tracking. Assess dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans for all projects within the program. Acquisition & Deployment: Foster effective working relationships with project teams, peers, stakeholders, and vendors. Manage vendor relationships, handling escalations, contracts, and ensuring delivery success. Support teams in assessing the impact of new functionality on existing business processes and system functionality. Drive continuous improvement and a culture of innovation within the program. Operational Management: Provide visibility and reporting of projects within the program to relevant stakeholders. Monitor and ensure resolution of requests and issues submitted. Devise an implementation roadmap, identifying applications to onboard onto and related priorities. Support stakeholders as they engage with the platform, providing tips and best practices. Drive the strategic direction of the Platform. Incidental Functions: Fulfill affirmative action obligations and ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity policy. Travel up to 20% of the time. Work outside the standard office 7.5-hour workday may be required. Position Requirements: Formal Education & Certification: Bachelor's Degree (or foreign equivalent) or at least 12 years of experience in Information Technology or Business. PMI Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) preferred. Builder and Project Lead certifications preferred. Knowledge & Experience : 8 years of IT and/or business experience. 8 years of experience in IT or business analysis, project management, and/or program management. 2 years of proven ability to successfully lead projects preferred. 5 years of hands-on experience managing large-scale IT initiatives. Well-versed in project management concepts, methodologies, and tools. Personal Attributes: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. Effective leadership under pressure, guiding a program team to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations. Strong decision-making skills for problem identification and solution recommendation. Excellent communication skills, capable of tailoring the communication approach based on the situation. Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. Physical Activities/Capabilities/Work Environment: Sit for extended periods; walk and stand occasionally. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and handle other components. Lift and transport moderately heavy objects occasionally. Work environment involves everyday risks typical of offices, meeting rooms, and training rooms. 20% travel may be required. Work outside the standard office 7.5-hour workday may be required. Mandatory Skills: 5-10 years of experience in a relevant field. Attention Employers Seeking exceptional talent? We've got the solution: Share your job descriptions with us. Precision Matching: We'll pinpoint the perfect candidates. Time Saver: Fill crucial roles faster than ever. Showcase Your Brand: Attract top talent aligned with your mission. Partnership: We're your allies in successful hiring. Network Access: Tap into our extensive candidate pool. Confidentiality: Your needs are handled discreetly. Elevate your team today Contact us to share your job descriptions and discover your next top performer.