Program Manager

Actalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) company match

Company-subsidized healthcare plans

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Technical Program Manager (Engineer) to lead complex product development initiatives from concept through launch in Columbus, OH. You will coordinate between customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives.

Strong communication and leadership are essential in this fast-paced role. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and proven experience in technical program management, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Management, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Program Manager/PM/TPM in a technical environment.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong project management skills including schedule, risk, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and drive results across teams without direct supervisory authority.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with technical product development or engineering-focused organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs from planning through implementation and launch.
• Serve as primary point of contact for project communication, status updates, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and other functions.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and resource plans.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate discussions among stakeholders to maintain alignment and accountability.
• Track project performance and communicate progress through status updates.
• Manage scope changes and evolving business requirements.
• Support product development, testing, implementation, and launch activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution and processes.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and balance priorities.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Program management

Schedule management

Risk management

Budgeting

Resource planning

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Monday.com

Job description

Program Manager (Engineer)

Job Description

The Technical Program Manager is responsible for leading complex product development initiatives from concept through launch. This role serves as the primary coordinator between customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and project leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage multiple priorities while driving accountability across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs from planning through implementation and launch while ensuring alignment with business goals and customer expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project communication, status updates, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and other functional groups.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and resource plans.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to support successful execution.
• Facilitate discussions and decision-making among stakeholders to maintain alignment and accountability.
• Track project performance and communicate progress through regular status updates and reviews.
• Manage scope changes, shifting priorities, and evolving business requirements.
• Support product development, testing, implementation, and launch activities.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts related to project execution, communication, and program management processes.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects while effectively balancing priorities and resources.
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies to monitor performance and program health.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Management, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, Technical Program Manager, or Engineering Manager in a technical environment.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong project management skills including schedule management, risk management, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and drive results across teams without direct supervisory authority.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with technical product development or engineering-focused organizations.
• Experience working with customers, suppliers, or external stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting product development, implementation, testing, or launch activities.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle management and change control processes.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, or similar tools.
• PMP certification or formal project management training preferred.
• Experience within manufacturing, technology, industrial, aerospace, transportation, or other technical industries.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in evolving environments.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This position operates within a collaborative, fast-paced organization focused on developing and delivering innovative technical solutions. The Technical Program Manager works closely with customers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams while managing multiple projects at various stages of execution. The environment emphasizes teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement, providing opportunities to influence product development and organizational growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr. 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.

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) company match
• Company-subsidized healthcare plans

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
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