Strategic Project Manager IV

ALTEN; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Lead Program Manager to oversee the development and construction of a Liquid Natural Gas Facility in Madison, WI. This role requires managing project teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring proper execution of project deliverables. Candidates should have 15 years of experience in program management and a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. This is a full-time hybrid position, offering relocation expenses.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in program or project management managing multiple large projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing Client projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development and construction of Liquid Natural Gas Facility.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement and Construction contractor and other stakeholders.
• Execute communication and stakeholder management plans.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Interpersonal Communication

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management or Engineering

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Job description

Overview

Location: Hybrid (3 times/week from Madison office). Relocation expenses provided.
Madison WI
12 Months & Possible Extension
Job Description: Lead Program Manager for development and construction of Liquid Natural Gas Facility (Client). As Lead Program Manager you will be responsible for managing the development, construction and transition to operation of the Client facility utilizing the Client Program and Project Management methodology and processes. You will lead the project team, manage risk, and coordinate with Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor, Owner's Engineer (OE), Engineer of Record (EOR), and other project stakeholders.

Must Have Prior Experience Leading Client Projects.

Accountabilities

These accountabilities are not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and do not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees assigned to this job.

• Understands and utilizes the Client project management methodologies and processes (based on PMI Standards) for project delivery to achieve scope, schedule and cost objectives while effectively managing risks that have the potential to affect project deliverables.
• Supports program and project governance reviews.
• Determines specific business needs and deliverables of a project, and utilizing project management tools, establishes and manages the costs, resources, performance measurements, timeline, and project deliverables required to complete the project and meet the expected project outcome. May be responsible for performing a cost/benefit analysis of the project and ensuring feasibility.
• Determines appropriate project resource and staffing skillsets, including determining the level of expertise needed to complete a project while assessing strategies that can be made to reduce the overall project risk factor.
• Manages applicable project contracts in conjunction with sourcing personnel. Prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluates responses, participates in negotiations, interprets contract language, and handles finances. Ensures that the work is completed to specifications and is on schedule as specified in the contract.
• Responsible for development and execution of communication and stakeholder management plans related to projects, including the development and reporting of project status, risks and progress to stakeholders in an agreed to format, frequency, material content, and audience of the communications.
• Ensures training needs are met for project team members and users of project.
• Upon completion of projects, ensures operational teams are properly trained, work orders pertaining to the project are closed, all related finance charges are handled, team members are reassigned, documentation is in order, and a smooth transition of deliverables occurs.
• Understands and utilizes organizational change management methodology within the context of project management.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Performs work under the direct supervision of a manager or director.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in project management, engineering, or related area
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Experience

• 15 years professional experience in program or project management managing multiple large projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing Client projects.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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