Kforce is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead large-scale programs and initiatives for a leading telecommunications and media client in Maryland Heights, MO. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex programs, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate organizational dynamics effectively. This role requires a strategic thinker who can engage with both executive leadership and project teams, ensuring alignment and progress toward our goals. Key Responsibilities: * Program Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale programs, ensuring they meet scope, timeline, and budgetary requirements * Communication: Tailor communication strategies to engage effectively with different audiences, from executives to project teams; Prepare and present program status updates in executive leadership meetings * Planning Tools: Create and maintain Gantt charts, roadmaps, and other project documentation * Utilize JIRA for tracking progress, creating metrics, and developing dashboards to provide visibility into program performance * Stakeholder Engagement: Navigate organizational politics with finesse, understanding leadership expectations and supporting initiatives without getting sidetracked by conflicts * Agile Methodology: Implement and promote Agile practices within program teams to enhance collaboration and adaptability