Program Manager

TEKsystems • New Haven, CT

437d • $124,800 - $176,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager will support a multiyear, $5 billion project, requiring extensive program management experience in large facilities projects. This role involves high visibility and necessitates strong stakeholder engagement, including collaboration with unions and executive-level decision-makers. The Program Manager will work independently in a fast-paced environment, facilitating cross-functional projects and providing senior operations leadership with insights for high-priority initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project manager certification (PMP).
• Thorough knowledge of IT project management principles, including Agile.
• Deep domain expertise in project execution methodologies such as risk and issue management, scope management, and cost management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage staff and multiple complex projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MS Office Suite, MS Project, JIRA, SharePoint, and PPM.
• Well-developed analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a multiyear, $5 billion project.
• Work with stakeholders, including unions and executive-level decision-makers.
• Facilitate delivery of cross-functional projects and programs at a university level.
• Provide senior operations leadership with insights for high-priority efforts.
• Develop project plans and artifacts independently.
• Communicate detailed updates to key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with PMO methodologies and processes.
• Assist with process improvement efforts in collaboration with the Process Improvement team.
• Provide training and support on tools and templates, including reports and delivery trackers.
• Produce executive-level reporting and metrics for senior leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth contributions
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, or Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees