Strategic Program Lead: Drive Cross-Project Delivery

Jobtailor; Arizona; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior Program Manager to lead large, complex programs across interrelated projects aligned to strategic goals. You will establish governance, manage risks, and mentor PMO staff. The role requires 8+ years of program leadership in business and technical contexts, with PMP and experience in regulated industries.

Strong communication with executives is essential. Candidates should have a deep background in SDLC, data processing environments, and multiple project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management and/or Computer Science or related field required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or related certifications or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 8+ years of related experience in program management.
• Demonstrated program management experience and people leadership in business and technical environments.
• Experience in financial institutions or similarly regulatory industries and/or software development processes.
• Background in data processing environments, application systems, and communication systems.
• Ability to handle multiple complex projects within programs and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to deal effectively with ambiguity and constant change.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills for interacting with executive leadership, staff, and vendors.
• Ability to balance achieving business results, fostering collaboration, and influencing business strategies.
• Experience identifying and driving process improvements and documenting efficiency gains.
• Demonstrated experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and all aspects of SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Establish the project and program management framework.
• Track progress, manage risk, and control change to meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Manage other project managers' successful delivery of interrelated projects.
• Understand portfolio priorities and drive successful business outcomes.
• Align project and program plans, interdependencies, roadmaps, and resource capacity.

Skills

Program Management

PMP

Agile Methodology

Waterfall Methodology

SDLC

Leadership

Mentorship

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Project Management and/or Computer Science or related field

Tools

Project Management Tools

Governance Frameworks

Status Reporting Tools

Templates

Policies

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a senior Program Manager to lead large, complex programs across interrelated projects aligned to strategic goals. You will establish governance, manage risks, and mentor PMO staff. The role requires 8+ years of program leadership in business and technical contexts, with PMP and experience in regulated industries.

Strong communication with executives is essential. Candidates should have a deep background in SDLC, data processing environments, and multiple project delivery