Strategic Program Manager (Remote)

Bill Alexander Ford Lincoln; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid options

Contract with extension potential

Professional development support

Job summary

Bill Alexander Ford Lincoln within the United States seeks an experienced Program Manager (PM5029) for a full-time contract role. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver complex programs that support organizational priorities, working with cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in program or project management, familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall or hybrid methods, and proficiency with tools like

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Operations, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, operations, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Excellent organizational, planning, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, resources, risks, and program dependencies.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities.
• PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple projects and programs from initiation through completion.
• Develop program plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, resource requirements, and performance objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance, and other business functions.
• Establish program priorities and ensure projects remain aligned with organizational strategy and business requirements.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies to keep initiatives on track.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, resources, and competing priorities while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Facilitate program meetings, stakeholder reviews, status updates, and executive presentations.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards outlining program performance, milestones, risks, budgets, and key deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure expectations, responsibilities, and timelines are clearly understood.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and program delivery methodologies.
• Manage changes to program scope, timelines, resources, and priorities while maintaining appropriate documentation and approvals.
• Support budget management, resource allocation, vendor coordination, and contract-related activities as required.
• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, quality standards, and applicable requirements.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and serve as a central point of coordination throughout the program lifecycle.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers, coordinators, and team members involved in program delivery.
• Continuously evaluate program outcomes and recommend improvements for future initiatives.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Budget & resource management

Planning & scheduling

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Project Management / Operations / IT

PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Smartsheet

Monday.com

Job description

Bill Alexander Ford Lincoln within the United States seeks an experienced Program Manager (PM5029) for a full-time contract role. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver complex programs that support organizational priorities, working with cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in program or project management, familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall or hybrid methods, and proficiency with tools like