Program Manager

Harbor Capital Advisors•Chicago, IL

18d•$115,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Program Manager oversees the coordinated execution of multiple projects aligned to Harbor's strategic organizational goals. This role ensures programs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget (if applicable) while maintaining high standards of quality and stakeholder satisfaction. Responsibilities include collaborating with PMO leadership to define program objectives, establishing governance structures, managing cross-functional teams, monitoring performance metrics, and ensuring risks and issues are effectively addressed.

Requirements

5-7 years of relevant work experience in project management
3-5 years of experience as Program manager working with multiple projects under that specific program
Experience in asset management/financial services preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication including an ability to communicate effectively at an executive level
Ability to work collaboratively across distributed workforce
Exhibit good judgment skills on when to seek guidance and when to escalate risks and issues
Experience with Waterfall and Agile project management (Scrum methodology preferred)
PMI Portfolio Management Professional and/or PMP Project Management Professional certification required
PGMP certification preferred
Project Management Fundamentals
Risk Management
Financial Management
Communication
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Stakeholder Management
Organizational Skills
ChatGPT and Co-Pilot Decision Making
Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Continuous Learning

Nice To Haves

Experience in asset management/financial services preferred
Experience with Waterfall and Agile project management (Scrum methodology preferred)
PGMP certification preferred