Program Manager

TEKsystems; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

PTO

Job summary

TEKsystems in Seattle is seeking a seasoned Program and Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives in a hybrid, contract role. You will own the lifecycle from initiation through adoption and drive governance, roadmaps, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities include coordinating multiple workstreams, facilitating sprint activities, and ensuring timely delivery while aligning with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven Program and/or Project Management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, workstreams, dependencies, risks, and deliverables.
• Strong business analysis and requirements elicitation experience.
• Ability to convert business objectives into detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with sprint planning, backlog refinement, and ceremonies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management, including executive-level presentations.
• Excellent facilitation, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle from initiation through implementation and adoption.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps aligned with objectives and priorities.
• Manage scope, schedules, dependencies, milestones, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate activities across workstreams, technical teams, and external partners.
• Drive decision-making and issue resolution to maintain momentum and timelines.
• Prepare and facilitate status reviews, sprint ceremonies, and steering committee sessions.
• Establish communication plans and provide updates to leadership.
• Support change management throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Business analysis

Agile / Scrum

Communication

Facilitation

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Visio

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

Hybrid-anywhere from Bellingham to Tacoma

Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

• Own the full project lifecycle from initiation through implementation and adoption.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps aligned with business objectives and strategic priorities.
• Manage project scope, schedules, dependencies, milestones, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate activities across multiple workstreams, stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
• Drive decision-making and issue resolution to maintain momentum and delivery timelines.
• Prepare and facilitate project meetings, executive status reviews, sprint ceremonies, and steering committee sessions.
• Establish effective communication plans and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support organizational change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Business Analysis & Product Ownership

• Lead requirements gathering workshops with business and technical stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into well-defined functional requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Identify gaps, ambiguities, and process improvement opportunities.
• Partner with stakeholders to prioritize product backlogs and delivery roadmaps.
• Collaborate with solution architects, developers, and business teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and executed.
• Facilitate sprint planning, backlog refinement, and Agile delivery activities.

Governance & Process Improvement

• Develop program status reports, documentation, decision logs, and project artifacts.
• Support implementation of governance frameworks, project management standards, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of PMO and Center of Excellence capabilities where appropriate.
• Communicate risks, escalations, and key decisions effectively to executive leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Proven Program and/or Project Management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven experience managing multiple stakeholders, workstreams, dependencies, risks, and deliverables.
• Strong business analysis and requirements elicitation experience.
• Ability to convert business objectives into detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, including:
  • Sprint Planning
  • Backlog Refinement
  • Sprint Execution
  • Agile Ceremonies
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Excellent facilitation, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities.
• Strong proficiency with project management and productivity tools such as:
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Visio or similar process-mapping tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in utilities, energy, procurement, sourcing, RFP-driven programs, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience functioning as a Product Owner or partnering closely with Product Owners.
• Experience working with external implementation partners or consulting organizations.
• Experience supporting or establishing PMO functions and Centers of Excellence.
• Financial analysis or financial modeling experience is a plus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $120.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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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 acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.