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Program Manager | Onsite | Dallas/Charlotte

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
56K-224K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
56K-224K Annually
Senior level
Lead and coordinate complex IT programs, manage interdependent projects, define objectives and roadmaps, oversee teams, manage stakeholders, budgets, resources, risks, compliance, and drive continuous improvement using program metrics.
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Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex IT programs that align with the organization’s strategic goals. The Program Manager will oversee the delivery of interdependent IT projects, ensuring they meet business requirements, timelines, and budgets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT, exceptional organizational skills, and proven expertise in program and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities: Program Planning and Execution:

  • Define program objectives, deliverables, and key milestones in alignment with organizational IT strategy.
  • Develop program roadmaps and manage the interdependencies of related IT projects.
  • Establish frameworks for tracking program progress, identifying risks, and ensuring issue resolution.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

  • Oversee teams to ensure the timely delivery of individual projects within the program.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability across cross-functional IT teams.
  • Provide mentorship and support to project managers, ensuring adherence to best practices.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Act as a liaison between technical teams, business units, and executive stakeholders.
  • Communicate program status, challenges, and achievements through regular updates and reporting.
  • Translate technical issues into business implications and vice versa to ensure clarity and understanding.

Resource and Budget Management:

  • Manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Optimize resource allocation across multiple projects to maximize efficiency.

Risk and Compliance Management:

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption.
  • Ensure all program activities comply with IT governance, security standards, and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Drive process improvements within program management frameworks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Gather and analyze program performance metrics to inform decision-making and improve future initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • 7+ years of experience in IT project or program management.
  • Proficiency in program management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
  • Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, software development, and emerging technologies.
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Asana).
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or SAFe Agilist are a plus

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 56,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 224,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

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