Strategic Program Manager CrossFunctional Delivery (Remote)

PTR Global; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PTR Global is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee strategic programs across multiple projects and cross-functional teams in the Chicago area. The role focuses on leadership, prioritization, budgets, risks, and timely delivery aligned with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate has PMP certification, extensive program management experience, and a proven ability to drive change management and stakeholder engagement across complex initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• PMP certification required/preferred.
• Significant experience in an advanced program/project management role.
• Strong experience managing multiple projects or workstreams within a larger program.
• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of change management principles and performance evaluation processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, budgets, risks, and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program strategies and initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
• Oversee multiple project teams and coordinate cross-project activities to achieve program goals.
• Partner with project sponsors, project managers, cross-functional teams, and external vendors.
• Define program scope, deliverables, resources, work plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage program budgets and ensure initiatives deliver against established business objectives.
• Identify and manage program-level risks, issues, dependencies, and opportunities.
• Develop program assessment processes to measure performance, quality, and effectiveness.
• Prepare program status reports and presentations for leadership and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate resources and delegate responsibilities across projects to maximize productivity.
• Apply change management principles to support successful program implementation and adoption.
• Ensure programs maintain organizational standards for quality, performance, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills

Project & Cross-Functional Team Mgmt

PMP / Project Management

Change Management & Stakeholder Mgmt

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Arrangement: Remote/Hybrid/Onsite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/Administration or related field

Tools

Security score card

Titan

Black Kite

Safe

Job description

PTR Global is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee strategic programs across multiple projects and cross-functional teams in the Chicago area. The role focuses on leadership, prioritization, budgets, risks, and timely delivery aligned with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate has PMP certification, extensive program management experience, and a proven ability to drive change management and stakeholder engagement across complex initiatives.