Strategic Program Director - Telecom Growth

Network Connex; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Connex in Downers Grove, IL seeks a Program Director to oversee a broad portfolio of programs, ensuring delivery to the highest quality standards. The role requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and the ability to guide managers and teams across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive telecom industry experience, robust budgeting and performance analytics skills, and a proven track record of improving procedures and outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as program director or in a managerial role.
• Extensive telecommunications industry experience.
• Strong program management techniques and methods.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and set goals for programs aligned with strategic objectives.
• Plan programs with milestones, deadlines, and processes.
• Develop or approve budgets and operations.
• Monitor performance and determine need for improvements.
• Supervise managers and teams to resolve complex problems.
• Ensure adherence to legal guidelines and internal policies.
• Keep senior management informed with detailed reports.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Budgeting

MS Office

Basecamp

Communication

Problem solving

Telecom industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Basecamp

MS Project

Job description

Network Connex in Downers Grove, IL seeks a Program Director to oversee a broad portfolio of programs, ensuring delivery to the highest quality standards. The role requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and the ability to guide managers and teams across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive telecom industry experience, robust budgeting and performance analytics skills, and a proven track record of improving procedures and outcomes in a fast-paced environment.