Strategic Program Manager — Remote/Hybrid Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work

Professional development

Contract extension opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Bill Alexander Ford Lincoln is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team on a full-time contract basis. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver complex programs that align with strategic goals and drive business outcomes.

You will lead cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, and finance, managing budgets, timelines, and risks while reporting progress to leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Operations, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, operations, or 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

Agile / Scrum

Budgeting

Communication

Jira / MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

PMP/PgMP/Scrum Master certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Smartsheet

Monday.com

Job description

Bill Alexander Ford Lincoln is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team on a full-time contract basis. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver complex programs that align with strategic goals and drive business outcomes.

You will lead cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, and finance, managing budgets, timelines, and risks while reporting progress to leadership and stakeholders.