Program Manager 

Role:

Onsite Program Manager Location:

Newark, CA ( 5 days onsite) Local/onsite - face-to-face client interview. Job Summary Lead and oversee complex projects to ensure successful delivery through effective resource planning, stakeholder engagement, governance, and financial management . Drive projects from initiation to closure while ensuring alignment with organizational standards, quality expectations, and business objectives. Job Description Manage the end‑to‑end project lifecycle , including planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure. Establish and enforce project governance frameworks to ensure compliance with organizational standards and policies. Oversee quality management processes to ensure project deliverables meet defined standards and client expectations. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks , implementing proactive risk and crisis management strategies. Control project scope and change management , ensuring changes are evaluated, approved, and implemented without scope creep. Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules to track milestones, progress, dependencies, and resource allocation. Monitor and manage project financials , including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships , ensuring transparent communication and alignment with business goals. Roles & Responsibilities Lead resource management efforts by allocating and optimizing team members based on project needs, skillsets, and priorities. Engage with stakeholders at all levels , managing expectations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring high stakeholder satisfaction. Drive benefits management by defining, tracking, and realizing project benefits aligned with strategic objectives. Ensure consistent adherence to project governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices across all project activities. Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration, execution, and delivery. Proactively identify potential risks and develop mitigation and contingency plans . Provide regular project status updates , dashboards, and reports, escalating issues and risks to senior leadership as required. Mentor and guide project managers and team members , strengthening delivery capabilities and execution maturity.

Skills Mandatory Skills:

Project Financial Management, Project Governance, Resource Management, Risk/Crisis Management, Stakeholder Management