Program Manager – Organizational Change Management

Excelerate; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 78,523 - 85,411; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in San Diego seeks a Program Manager for Organizational Change Management. The ideal candidate will have extensive change management and program management experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Google Suite. The role involves leading readiness planning and execution for initiatives, supporting transitions, and mentoring teams on best practices. This temporary position offers the opportunity for flexible work arrangements after some initial on-site requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in change management; 5+ years in program/project management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead readiness planning and execution for multiple initiatives.
• Identify risks and manage mitigation strategies.
• Support finance professionals, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Collaborate with product and communications teams.
• Oversee development of training and SOPs.
• Monitor post-release performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuously optimize change delivery processes.
• Advocate for employee needs and translate insights.
• Mentor teams on change management best practices.

Skills

Change management

Program/project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Google Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

AI tools

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Job description

Program Manager – Organizational Change Management

Base pay range: $57.00/hr - $62.00/hr

Location: San Diego, CA (On-site 3 days a week)

Duration: 40 hours/week, through end of July 2026

Type: Project-Based Hourly W2, Benefits Eligible

Rate: $57-62/hour

In this role, you will lead work to ensure employees are prepared and changes are implemented with excellence so that teams can deliver for their customers. Successful candidates will have prior change management experience and are highly passionate about improving processes and collaborating across teams to drive change at scale, with high velocity and adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead readiness planning and execution for multiple initiatives, ensuring seamless change adoption.
• Identify risks, manage mitigation strategies, and ensure timely, high-quality releases.
• Support finance professionals, ensuring smooth transitions and operational efficiency within an AI-powered platform.
• Collaborate with product and communications teams to align on changes and messaging.
• Oversee development of training, UAT, help content, and SOPs.
• Monitor post-release performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuously optimize change delivery processes for scalability and clarity.
• Advocate for employee needs and translate insights into actionable improvements.
• Mentor teams on change management best practices.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years in change management; 5+ years in program/project management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Google Suite.
• Experience with AI tools and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and influence cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work onsite approximately three days per week initially, with the option to transition to a more flexible or remote schedule over time.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience is a plus.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Business Consulting and Services