Lead IT Program Manager - Remote

Centene Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 122,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401K and stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off plus holidays

Flexible work options (remote, hybrid,

Job summary

Centene is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead and coordinate program managers across large IT initiatives. You will provide oversight, set direction, and ensure successful delivery of programs through structured governance, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of processes. Centene offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work options alongside traditional office settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5+ years of related program management experience.
• Experience leading project/program managers across the full lifecycle.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manges project and program managers in all phases of the project life cycle.
• Performs resource planning and monitors program costs, budgets, staffing, quality and risks.
• Leads knowledge sharing and develops team capabilities.
• Oversees stakeholders and delivers IT objectives.
• Hires and trains staff; conducts performance reviews and coaching.
• Communicates organizational objectives and motivates the team.
• Ensures compliance with policies and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Vendor Relationship Management

Microsoft Office

Agile Management

Project Management

Budget & Scheduling

Scrum

SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Centene is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead and coordinate program managers across large IT initiatives. You will provide oversight, set direction, and ensure successful delivery of programs through structured governance, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of processes. Centene offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work options alongside traditional office settings.