Senior Transition Manager

Capgemini; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 12–25 days

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Capgemini in Santa Clara is seeking a Senior Transition Manager with 8+ years of program management experience to lead cross-functional, large-scale transitions. You will define scope, timelines, and deliverables, coordinate with business, technology, and operations, and provide governance updates to leadership.

Applicants should have strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, budgeting experience, and familiarity with Jira, MS Project, and Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of overall experience with at least 8–10 years in Program Management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budgeting, resource planning, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects and programs from initiation to closure.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with business goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including business, technology, operations, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor performance, milestones, and timely delivery; mitigate risks and dependencies.
• Drive governance meetings and provide regular status updates to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/CS

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Azure DevOps

Job description

# Senior Transition ManagerSanta ClaraApply for this job* Permanent* Experienced Professionals* Delivery Excellence* ID 581471-en\\_USChoosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with 8+ years of experience in managing large-scale programs, driving cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and strategic planning skills to deliver business objectives effectively. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage multiple projects and programs from initiation to closure. - Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with business goals. - Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including business, technology, operations, and external stakeholders. - Monitor program performance, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery. - Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies. - Manage resource planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities. - Drive governance meetings and provide regular status updates to leadership. - Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and best practices. - Facilitate change management and continuous process improvement initiatives. - Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and executive leadership. Required Skills & Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. - 10+ years of overall experience with at least 8-10 years in Program Management. - Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall). - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Experience in budgeting, resource planning, and risk management. - Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, Azure DevOps, or similar. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification is preferred. Preferred Skills - Experience managing global and distributed teams. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Experience in digital transformation, cloud, or technology programs. - Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma. Key Competencies - Strategic Thinking - Leadership & Team Management - Stakeholder Management - Risk & Issue Management - Decision Making - Communication & Negotiation - Program Governance This role requires a proactive leader who can drive complex programs, align stakeholders, and consistently deliver business value. ## Job DescriptionTransition Managers are responsible and manage significant transition programs inclusive of transferring services and staff from one delivery model to another or from one service provider to another (internal or external). They ensure that service levels are maintained throughout and are responsible for the budget, project plans and for the reporting to the customer and internal management.## Job Description - Grade SpecificTransition Manager Overall end to end responsible for Medium projects or TowerorGeographyorBU. Ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $101,140 to $182,624. Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.**Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.** In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: * Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave* Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)* Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)* Life and disability insurance* Employee assistance programs* Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility**Important Notice:** Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.**Disclaimers**Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-lawCapgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.