Program Manager

Sand Cherry

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

Hybrid

USD 110,208 - 123,984

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Friendly culture

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to manage strategic initiatives and oversee program management in a hybrid setting. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project management, particularly in the Telecom industry, with strong stakeholder communication skills. This role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of program/project management experience, managing multiple workstreams.
Proven experience with SDLC; consulting experience preferred.
High emotional intelligence (EQ) and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Document program and project deliverables using best practices.
Plan and monitor the progress of complex programs.
Manage resources across projects, including 3rd-party vendors.

Skills

Program management

SDLC

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Computer Science

PMP or PMI certification

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

SmartSheet

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Company Profile

At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally-native, data-empowered solutions. Our client's confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Program Manager responsible for managing software development in both 3rd-party vendor and internal applications supporting Business Operations and Field Service Organizations. This role will be responsible for business requirements development and traceability, managing development design, acceptance testing, operational deployment, and vendor management. The role also involves establishing and maintaining best practice program management while executing on critical tools and technology programs to achieve business objectives. This position is a long-term role located in either Philadelphia, Denver, or Naperville, working onsite 4 days a week and one day remote. Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring Visa sponsorship.

Duties & Responsibilities

Document program and project deliverables using best practice methodologies
Plan and monitor the progress of complex programs and multiple workstreams
Integrate business policies and processes into planning & accountability for project roadmaps and strategy
Establish risk management, escalation paths, and take corrective actions
Build and manage program business case and budget (as applicable)
Manage resources across projects, including 3rd-party vendors
Facilitate and lead program meetings and stakeholder communications
Identify KPIs to assess impact, including pass/fail, adoption, and usage
Coordinate and monitor workflow of cross-functional teams
Perform quality assurance on project artifacts and deliverables
Align deliverables to the program’s outcomes
Own overall programs, managing cross-functional resources, ensuring on-time delivery, budget compliance, and business goals achievement
Exercise informed judgment and discretion in significant matters

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

Minimum of 10 years of program/project management experience managing multiple workstreams within the Telecom industry
Proven experience with SDLC (Discovery, Design, Develop, Test, Deploy); consulting experience preferred
High emotional intelligence (EQ) and ability to communicate weekly executive status (slides & RAG health)
Experience creating PowerPoint decks for stakeholders and presenting insights succinctly
Strong leadership, stakeholder, and management skills
Experience managing 3rd-party vendors through development cycles
Knowledge of resource allocation procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including influencing, strategizing, and negotiating
Ability to process and present information quickly and clearly for executives
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and SmartSheet

Education/Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Computer Science required
PMP or PMI certification preferred
MBA highly desired

Compensation

For Colorado applicants, the estimated compensation range is $80-90/hr on a 1099 hourly basis, considering experience, education, location, and certifications. This is a 6+ months consulting engagement.

Benefits

Our team is passionate about our work and impacting our clients' industries. We foster a friendly, communicative culture with opportunities for professional growth. We value self-responsibility, work-life balance, and empowering our Consultants to deliver exceptional results.

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