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Program Manager- Program management-

Posted 3 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
59K-207K Annually
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
59K-207K Annually
Senior level
Lead and manage large-scale programs across engineering, product, operations and business units. Define governance, milestones, budgets, risks and success metrics; track progress, resolve dependencies, communicate with stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement.
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Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Program Manager to oversee strategic initiatives, manage multiple projects, and ensure seamless execution across cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with proven experience in delivering complex programs on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Define, plan, and manage large-scale programs aligned with organizational goals.

Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, product, and business units.

Establish program governance, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.

Monitor and report program progress, risks, dependencies, and budget adherence.

Ensure alignment between business objectives and program deliverables.

Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders and leadership.

Identify risks, resolve conflicts, and implement mitigation strategies.

Drive continuous improvement in program management practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).

8+ years of program/project management experience in [industry/sector].

Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, PMP/Prince2 certification is a plus).

Proven experience managing cross-functional and distributed teams.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Skills & Competencies

Program & Project Management

Risk & Dependency Management

Budgeting & Resource Planning

Agile & Waterfall Methodologies

Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

Excellent Written & Verbal Communication


Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 59,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 207,000
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 available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603

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