Product Delivery Manager

BCforward; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Product Delivery Manager to lead end-to-end project delivery across Waterfall and Agile, ensuring governance, planning, and budgeting are tightly managed. You will coordinate with stakeholders and executives to drive program success.

The role demands strong estimation, scheduling, risk management, and effective use of MS Project or similar tools; contract is 6 months in Jersey City, NJ, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning, execution, and governance across Waterfall and Agile delivery.
• Ability to deliver complex programs on time, within scope and budget while managing risks.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Proficiency with project portfolio tools and MS Project or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution with governance and controls.
• Develop project charters, business cases, work breakdown structures, and critical paths.
• Estimate tasks, schedule resources, and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues with defined response plans.

Skills

Task estimation

Resource scheduling

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Executive communications

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Product Delivery Manager

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Duration: Contract - 6 months

Pay Range: $71/hr -$75/hr (W2)

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Product Delivery Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in project planning, execution, and governance across Waterfall and Agile methodologies and a proven ability to deliver complex programs on time, within scope, and within budget while managing risks and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution from initiation through closure with clear governance and controls.
• Develop project charters, business cases, work breakdown structures, and critical paths.
• Estimate tasks, schedule resources, and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues with defined response plans.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in project task estimation, resource scheduling, and financial management.
• Demonstrated strength in risk and issue management and benefits realization.
• Effective stakeholder management and executive communications for senior leadership.
• Experience with Waterfall and Agile delivery methods, including Scrum or Kanban.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced proficiency with project portfolio tools and MS Project or equivalent.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth with global clients
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.