Program Manager

Solü Technology Partners; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Solü Technology Partners is seeking a Program Manager to oversee end-to-end management of a multi-project program. You will own planning, budget, governance, and quality, and serve as the primary liaison between executive stakeholders and project teams.

This is not a managerial role with direct reports, but includes mentorship of project managers within the program. We are seeking local candidates in Phoenix, AZ with extensive program management experience, Agile/Lean practices, and a proven

Qualifications

• Intermediate PC proficiency.
• Intermediate spreadsheet, database, project management, and word processing software.
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills to support decisions.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of program development, planning and execution.
• Develop and control program budget; identify funding opportunities.
• Manage timely completion of program deliverables.
• Ensure quality (fit for purpose) and accuracy of program work outcomes.
• Manage program risk; drive quick resolution for problems and roadblocks.
• Develop and maintain a program schedule with milestones.
• Report program status to executives; adjust content for effective communication.
• Mentor project managers and oversee program governance.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Risk management

Governance

Mentoring

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agile/Lean

Leadership

Analytical skills

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Word processing

PM software

Job description

Recognized as one of “AZ’s Most Admired Companies,” our partner is always looking for smart, passionate, and motivated individuals! You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies and develop your skills, while positively impacting the future of healthcare and the community. Become part of a collaborative, purpose‑driven culture today!

Employment Requirements

This opportunity is not open to C2C relationships or visa sponsorship.

This opportunity is for local candidates only.

Job Description

We are seeking a Program Management professional who will be responsible for the end‑to‑end management of a program encompassing multiple related projects. The Program Manager owns planning, budget, risk, governance, and quality for the program, serves as the primary liaison between executive stakeholders and project teams, and provides oversight and mentorship to project managers working within the program, without holding formal supervisory authority over them. This is not a manager position, this position does not manage any direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of program development, planning and execution
• Develop and control program budget Identify funding opportunities and build relationships with executives
• Manage timely completion of program deliverables
• Ensure quality (fit for purpose) and accuracy of program work outcomes
• Manage program risk Drive quick resolution for problems and roadblocks
• Develop and maintain a program schedule with milestones
• Report program status including progress, productivity, issues, risks, success metrics and quality metrics
• Identify and implement process improvements that reduce cycle times, hours of effort, improve speed to market delivery and reduce administrative cost
• Serve as a liaison between executives
• Manage program communication
• Coordinate and facilitate program meetings
• Prepare and present overall Program Status in various meetings and where needed, adjust content as needed to support effective communication with executive leadership team
• Provide oversight for projects under the program umbrella
• Ensure that projects are aligned with program goals and objectives Lead project managers to achieve desired program outcomes
• Mentor project managers
• Monitor individual project’s health and step in when a project goes offtrack Lead teams to achieve quick resolution for project issues
• Provide transparency to project teams into the program and enterprise context of their respective projects Governance
• Manage governance at the program level
• Ensure that projects are compliant with governance processes
• Ensure the quick resolution of governance‑related program and project issues Maintain high visibility at governance meetings and represent the team well
• Actively monitor governance processes and escal… important to the program
• Review relevant production and operating policies to use the most efficient processes and determine tactical plans for improving processes and services
• Alignment Identify opportunities for synergy with other programs and initiatives
• Align program with organizational goals and objectives
• Contribute to strategic planning activities
• Maintain current knowledge of developments in healthcare related industries, new technology in systems design and software, and project management techniques, methodology and software
• Apply continuous improvement best practices to optimize performance across the program value chain Integration Manage integration ensuring that program components integrate as required
• Ensure that the program integrates required processes organization-wide
• Promote shared approaches where they make sense
• Participate in corporate quality and data governance programs

Qualifications

• Intermediate PC proficiency
• Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet, database, project management, and word processing software
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and implementation
• Strong analytical skills to support independent and effective decisions
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with multiple priorities, sometimes under limited time constraints.
• Perseverance in the face of resistance or setbacks.
• Creativity and innovative problem-solving abilities
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Systems research and analysis.
• Ability to write and present business documentation
• Extensive experience and judgment necessary to plan and accomplish goals.
• Knowledge of business requirements development and user acceptance testing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy
• Analytical knowledge to generate reports based on available data and make decisions based on reported data
• Build synergy with a diverse team in an ever changing environment.
• High standard of performance while pursuing aggressive goals
• Principled leadership and sound business ethics
• 10 years of experience managing large-scale, complex technology and business projects
• 3 years of experience practicing Agile or Lean
• 3 years of program management experience

*Solü Technology Partners provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics.