Description:
We’re looking for a seasoned and strategic Program Manager with an engineering background and deep expertise in Project Management and Agile methodologies. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, love working collaboratively with clients and cross-functional teams, and have a proven track record of driving AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation projects to success, this is the role for you. You'll be at the helm of major initiatives, ensuring seamless execution, alignment with business objectives, and delivering measurable impact. This is your chance to lead game-changing projects, optimize processes, and drive innovation in a dynamic, results-driven environment.
Title : Program Manager
Location : Ridgewood, NJ (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Please Note : Due to the nature of the government project, U.S. citizenship is required.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Own and drive end-to-end project execution for AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Run Scrum ceremonies – sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups – ensuring teams stay aligned and productive.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including Gantt charts, to ensure transparency of timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Define clear project boundaries, control scope creep, and manage change orders efficiently.
- Act as the go-to person for clients and internal teams, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.
- Identify, assess, and address project risks to ensure minimal disruptions and smooth execution.
- Oversee change management processes, including creating and managing change orders to meet evolving business needs.
- Utilize Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Gantt charts to drive execution.
- Ensure strong stakeholder engagement, setting expectations and keeping leadership informed.
- Foster a results-driven team culture, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
- Monitor project budgets and optimize resource allocation to deliver projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, providing regular updates and aligning project goals with organizational objectives.
- Utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve project challenges and maintain progress.
- Promote accountability, foster a results-driven environment, and encourage continuous improvement within project teams.
Qualifications:
- Engineering background with experience managing IT projects in Cloud, AI, Digital Transformation, and Application Development.
- Proven track record in scope management, risk assessment, and change management.
- Strong working knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Gantt charts.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage with executives, technical teams, and business stakeholders.
- Experience managing global teams (both onshore and offshore) to ensure seamless collaboration.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities, capable of handling high-pressure situations.
- Highly organized, execution-focused, and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Customer-facing experience, ensuring clear expectations and delivering successful outcomes.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, adapting to evolving priorities and challenges.
- PMP certification and Scrum expertise required; SAFe certification is a plus.