M&A Program Manager

TEKsystems; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote work

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Senior M&A Program Manager to lead divestiture transitions for due diligences and to oversee IT program delivery. The role interfaces with senior leadership, technical teams, and external partners to ensure successful transitions.

The candidate will manage multiple projects, maintain program methodologies, and drive cost and schedule controls. This is a contract position based out of Chicago, IL, with a fully remote option and a pay range of $80.00–$100.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Lead global M&A deals through transition.
• Hands-on IT program management across enterprise systems.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management with senior leadership and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple smaller or one large project through the execution of the transition process.
• Directing work/projects, controlling cost/schedule elements, management of resources, communications management, reporting, and change management.
• Coordinate and utilize resources for multiple projects in the program.
• Maintain and explain the program methodology, procedures and policies within the M&A guidelines.
• Monitor the progress of M&A program components to ensure goals, schedules, budgets, and benefits are achieved.
• Communicate program objectives, goals, and progress to program directors, executives, and stakeholders.
• Evaluate and supervise multiple projects.
• Help establish IT M&A program one-time cost estimates.
• Deliver programs on schedule and within budget, in accordance with specifications.
• Support vendor selection and management (scope, plan and milestone definition, operational issues, deliverable & milestone approval, quality control). Manage vendor administration (invoice approval).
• Drive program planning and control from an operational perspective, focusing on core activities and global plan consolidation.

Skills

M&A Program Management

Stakeholder Engagement

IT Program Management

Vendor Management

Job description

Description

TEKsystems is looking for a Senior M&A Program Manager who has hands on experience leading a divestiture for due diligences to transition. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in IT program and project management, a strong grasp of enterprise IT systems, and proven experience navigating the complexities of M&A transactions. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, as this role interfaces with Senior leadership, technical teams, and external partners.

Must have lead global M&A deals through transition

Deliverables include:

1. Monitor multiple smaller or one large project through the execution of the transition process

2. Directing work/projects, controlling cost/schedule elements, management of resources, communications management,

reporting, and change management.

1. Coordinate and utilize resources for multiple projects in the program

2. Maintain and explain the program methodology, procedures and policies, consistently within the M&A rules and

guidelines.

1. Monitor the progress of M&A program components to ensure the overall goals, schedules, budget, and benefits of the program will be achieved.

1. Communicate program objectives, goals, and progress to program directors, executives, upper management, and stakeholders

1. Evaluate and supervise multiple projects

2. Help establish IT M&A program one time cost estimates

3. Delivering programs on schedule, within budget, and in accordance to the specification.

4. Support the vendor selection and management process (scope, plan and milestone definition, operational issues, deliverable & milestone approval, quality control, etc.). Manage vendor administration (invoice approval).

1. Drive program planning and control from an operational point of view (activity, milestones and resource planning), with

a special focus on core activities and global plan consolidation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.