Program Manager

VOLTO Consulting; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VOLTO Consulting seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the Innovation Portfolio across Berkeley Heights, NJ and Houston, TX. You will partner with the COO, CIO and IT leaders to drive strategic initiatives and ensure delivery of outcomes across multiple interdependent programs.

The role requires strong executive presence, stakeholder management, and experience with large-scale transformation in enterprise platforms, APIs, microservices, data lakes and digital portals.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of APIs, microservices, and data lakes.
• Experience with portals and digital platforms.
• Ability to engage with business and technology stakeholders and drive execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Innovation Portfolio and drive strategic initiatives with COO and CIO.
• Coordinate execution with IT Project Managers and broader technology teams.
• Ensure alignment with executive priorities and deliver multi-program outcomes.

Skills

APIs

Microservices

Data Lakes

Portals and Digital Platforms

Enterprise integration technologies

Job description

Senior Program Manager

Location

Berkeley Heights, NJ / Houston, TX

Job Type & Visa

Fulltime - Need only independent VISA Holders

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

Strong technology background with a good understanding of modern enterprise architectures and platforms, including:

• APIs
• Microservices
• Data Lakes
• Portals and Digital Platforms
• Related enterprise integration technologies

The resource does not need to be a deep technical SME in these areas but should possess sufficient domain knowledge to effectively engage with business and technology stakeholders, challenge assumptions, and drive execution.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Program Manager will be responsible for managing the Innovation Portfolio and will work closely with senior leadership, including the COO and the IT CIO, to drive strategic initiatives and ensure successful delivery of outcomes.

The individual will also partner closely with the IT Project Managers and broader technology teams to coordinate execution, manage dependencies, drive governance, and ensure alignment across the portfolio.

This is a highly visible and business-critical role. The Innovation Portfolio represents a key strategic investment area focused on modernizing platforms, accelerating innovation, improving operational efficiency, and enabling future business growth. The Program Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring that multiple interdependent initiatives are delivered successfully while maintaining alignment with executive priorities and organizational objectives.

Given the visibility and strategic nature of this role, we are looking for someone with a proven track record of leading large transformation programs, strong executive presence, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments.

Generic Managerial Skills, If Any

• Client-facing consulting and workshop facilitation.
• Client Leadership connect and governance
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Experience working in global delivery and Agile environments.