Sr Technical Project/Program Manager

Apex Systems; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

ESPP (employee stock purchase plan)

401K with company match

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Sr Technical Project/Program Manager in Durham, NC, offering hybrid/partial remote work. You will partner with Business Owners to coordinate technical delivery across multiple complex programs, ensuring on-schedule deliverables and responsible resource management.

You will mentor teams in a matrixed environment, drive program integration, and lead high-visibility initiatives with executive exposure, shaping outcomes beyond traditional project management.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a related field are required.
• In lieu of a degree, 7+ years of experience in a related field will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical coordination point for high-complexity projects and potentially lead multiple projects concurrently.
• Ensure deliverables from business and technology partners are produced and approved according to multiple project schedules.
• Manage allocated resources from multiple delivery partners within approved hours and scope.
• Mentor and provide feedback to team members to create a highly functioning team in a heavily matrixed environment.
• Lead large-scale, complex programs with multiple concurrent workstreams and ownership of program integration.
• Lead high-visibility initiatives with significant executive exposure.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location: Durham, North Carolina (Partial Remote)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Sr Technical Project/Program Manager to partner with Business Owners and serve as the technical coordination point for complex projects and initiatives. This role involves leading multiple projects concurrently, ensuring deliverables are produced and approved on schedule, and managing allocated resources within scope. The position also requires mentoring team members to foster a high-functioning team in a matrixed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical coordination point for projects and initiatives of high complexity and potentially lead multiple projects concurrently.
• Ensure deliverables from business and technology partners are produced and approved according to multiple project schedules.
• Manage allocated resources from multiple delivery partners while working within approved hours and scope.
• Mentor and provide feedback to team members to create a highly functioning team in a heavily matrixed environment.
• Lead large-scale, complex programs with multiple concurrent workstreams and demonstrate ownership of program integration.
• Lead high-visibility initiatives with significant executive exposure.
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability, moving beyond project administration to drive results.
• Operate effectively in ambiguous situations and create structure.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a related field are required. In lieu of a degree, 7+ years of experience in a related field will be considered.

Experience & Scope

• 5-8 years of project/program management experience.
• Experience leading large-scale, complex programs with multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Demonstrated ownership of program integration across workstreams.
• Experience leading high-visibility initiatives with significant executive exposure.

Leadership

• Evidence of leading, driving, influencing, aligning, and resolving issues.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability, not just project administration.
• Able to operate effectively in ambiguity and create structure.
• Progressive increase in scope, complexity, and responsibility throughout career.

Stakeholder Management

• Demonstrated stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working directly with Directors, VPs, and Executive leadership.
• Proven ability to influence decisions and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and executive presence.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Evidence of managing work across both IT and business organizations, including areas such as Technology, Operations, Legal/Compliance/Risk, Customer Service/Call Center, Finance, and Training/Organizational Readiness.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Accommodation Provision

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Additional Information

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