Job Title: Program Manager

Job Description

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing Project Managers with multiple center-based/onsite-managed projects through all phases of development, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, control, and closure while following the person’s Services Management Framework (SMF). The Program Manager will work closely with Technical Managers to procure resources for projects, and with internal support functions to deliver a great customer experience, while providing leadership and direction to our project teams and ensuring that all projects meet their cost, quality, and timing requirements. This role requires maintaining and growing relationships with key customer stakeholders, and the person’s center-based/onsite-managed resources to enhance project performance in support of customer business goals. The Program Manager will also be responsible for developing and establishing project management capabilities and processes for continuous improvement. They will participate in PMO-related activities at the organizational level and provide industry insights and subject matter expertise.

ResponsibilitiesManage and develop Project Managers who are supporting an Industry Vertical or key customer.Manage multiple center-based/onsite-managed projects through all phases of development, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, control, and closure while following the person’s Services Management Framework (SMF).Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, regulatory requirements, company work rules and procedures, and safety requirements.Work closely within the Delivery Operations team to align project management with account management.Develop project management capabilities with industry developments and innovation in process and workflow management.Maintain a high level of relationships with all customer stakeholders.Prepare and deliver both weekly and monthly status reports to the person management and appropriate client recipients.Work closely with Delivery Operations to resolve all project issues with customers and suppliers as appropriate while working with the person’s internal teams.Support Business Development and Delivery Manager(s) - Practices in pursuit of opportunities.Other duties as assigned by management.Essential SkillsBachelor’s Degree in assigned practice area; advanced degree is a plus.At least 5 years of experience in managing mid-size programs or engagements.Ability to effectively present to large customer groups.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Good organizational and time management skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities with managing large, dispersed teams with diverse skillsets.Team player with the ability to work in a highly cross-functional and virtual environment.Ability to travel when needed, up to 10%.PMP / ScrumMaster certification or similar proven knowledge of project management methods required.Highly proficient in PC applications and MS Office suite of tools.

No sponsorship available for this role.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

4 weeks paid time-off, 6 paid holidays, 401(k) w/company match, M/D/V benefits, Employee Profit-Sharing Program, Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Kirkland,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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