Kforce has an enterprise client that is seeking a Project/Program Manager III in Columbus, OH. Summary: As a Program Manager, you will lead, oversee, and coordinate multiple related projects within the organization to ensure alignment with broader business goals. Your responsibilities include defining program strategy, managing budgets and schedules, tracking progress, mitigating risks, and facilitating collaboration across different project teams to achieve successful program outcomes. You will act as a strategic leader who ensures all projects within a program work together efficiently to meet organizational objectives. Key Responsibilities: Program and Project Management: * Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple interconnected projects within a program * Manage and coordinate project schedule files, supporting Senior & Field scheduling teams * Define and coordinate team schedules, tasks, and deliverables * Lead or support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM) with internal and external stakeholders * Develop KPIs/Metrics; Monitor and validate progress and health measurement * Track program progress against key metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions Reporting and Communication: * Prepare management summary reports on project status for Field Teams & Leadership * Develop and maintain effective reports including scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts * Generate standardized reports and provide feedback to management on patterns, trends, and improvements * Serve as the main point of contact for project, program, and scheduling-related queries Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: * Foster collaboration between different project teams, departments, and external vendors * Collaborate with partners to ensure comprehensive Project Controls information * Communicate with clients to schedule appointments and resolve conflicts