Program Manager I

Citizens•Johnston, RI

2d•$165,000 - $180,000

About The Position

As the Program Manager, you will ensure multiple business level projects are planned, organized, controlled, and delivered within a program portfolio, working directly with project sponsors. Includes oversight of multiple strategic initiatives and detailed, hands-on management of select projects. Typically, these efforts involve several parallel projects, subject matter experts, managers and key stakeholders. The outcome(s) of a program effort may have a significant impact upon business economics and success of the business strategic plan. These efforts may also consume significant amounts of funding. In this role, you will be responsible for the management of significant projects (e.g., strategic change management, new business and product initiatives, process reengineering, establishment of control procedures) within this infrastructure area. You must have strong quantitative, analytical, and project management skills. Furthermore, you should be able to communicate complex concepts, anticipate potential objections, and influence others to adopt a different point of view. Incumbents may utilize agile software development methodologies.

Requirements

5+ years demonstrated experience managing large transformational programs
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt preferred
Change management certification (e.g., Prosci) preferred

Responsibilities

Governance and oversight across multiple initiatives to ensure alignment, progress, and risk management
Leading end-to-end project management for assigned initiatives, including scope, timeline, budget, and dependency management
Coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and resolving issues and escalations
Driving efficiency, quality, and process improvements
Supporting adoption and sustainability of change through structured change management practices