Program Manager

NextGen Healthcare; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen Healthcare is seeking a Program Manager to plan, execute, and finalize a development program on time and within budget. You will work with project teams to identify milestones, deliverables, and resource needs, while communicating status to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in project/program management, with 6+ years in leadership and process improvement roles within software/IT environments. Strong budgeting and executive communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• 10+ years of software/IT project or program management experience.
• 6+ years in a management role, preferably in program management.
• 6+ years in continuous improvement, process management, or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize a development program within deadlines and budget.
• Collaborate with project teams to define milestones and deliverables.
• Communicate program status and issues to stakeholders.
• Lead large, complex projects through full lifecycle to completion.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Executive communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Resource allocation

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related

Job description

Job Description:

The Program Manager is responsible to plan, execute, and finalize a development program according to strict deadlines and within budget. This role works collaboratively with project teams to determine critical milestones and deliverables on programs and communicate all aspects of the program effectively.

Education Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.

Experience Required:

• 10+ years' experience in Project or Program Management Software, IT or similar experience.
• 6+ years of experience in management role, preferably in program management.
• 6+ years' experience in continuous improvement, process management, or customer service.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of:Exceptional knowledge and handling of project and program management methodology and techniques. Knowledge of enhancement of existing products; methodology application tactics in diverse scenarios; industry expertise in specific area of program to be managed; network and PC operating systems; Strong knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• Skill in:Strong leadership and management skills; project management, executive level communication, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to:Lead various large and complex projects through its life cycle to completion; produce cost estimates and deployment plans; work in a fast-paced environment; stay organized, prioritize workload, multi-task, and meet deadlines. Establish and maintaining effective working relationships.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

NextGen Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.