Program Manager- Contract - Columbia, SC Candidate MUST be a SC resident

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC•Columbia, SC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager will support enterprise-wide initiatives by leading and coordinating complex projects across multiple business units, internal divisions, and external agency stakeholders. This role is responsible for managing large-scale, cross-functional programs that align with organizational strategic goals while ensuring successful delivery, stakeholder engagement, and measurable business value. The position will play a key role in establishing project governance, improving program management processes, and ensuring consistent execution across a diverse portfolio of enterprise initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience managing large, complex enterprise projects or programs
10+ years of overall experience in project and program management
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, and risks
Strong knowledge of project governance, performance measurement, and change management
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
Candidate MUST be a SC resident.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Advanced degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field
Experience in public sector or large enterprise environments
Experience managing regulatory or compliance-driven initiatives
Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification

Responsibilities

Lead and manage enterprise-level programs and projects from initiation through completion
Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, milestones, and resource allocations
Oversee multiple concurrent projects and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives
Monitor project progress, deliverables, dependencies, and overall program health
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards
Create and maintain detailed project plans for complex enterprise initiatives
Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and success criteria
Assign tasks, manage work efforts, and track project deliverables
Adjust project plans, schedules, and resources as necessary to meet changing business needs
Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices
Serve as the primary liaison between business units, technical teams, and executive leadership
Coordinate communication across all impacted departments and external stakeholders
Provide regular project status updates, executive summaries, and risk assessments
Present program updates, recommendations, and strategic insights to senior leadership
Foster strong collaboration across internal teams and partner organizations
Maintain accurate project information within enterprise portfolio management tools, including SharePoint
Ensure timely updates on project status, milestones, risks, and issues
Support portfolio governance, reporting, and decision-making processes
Track and report on project performance, outcomes, and business value realization
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
Apply formal change management processes to support successful implementation
Manage resource planning, allocation, and utilization across multiple initiatives
Escalate risks, resource constraints, and timeline issues as appropriate
Ensure effective issue resolution and decision-making
Establish repeatable, scalable, and adaptable project management processes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within program and project management practices
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, governance, and operational efficiency
Support business process analysis, mapping, and re-engineering efforts
Ensure alignment with organizational strategy and customer-focused outcomes
Coordinate activities across multiple projects, teams, and agencies
Manage interdependencies between projects and business initiatives
Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and allocate resources effectively
Support enterprise-wide regulatory and compliance-related projects
Document meetings, decisions, action items, directives, and significant communications
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, schedules, and status reports
Develop professional reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders
Ensure transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle