Program Manager

Program Manager

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Please, no third parties. Permanent residents only.
This is an onsite job in San Diego, CA (relocation assistance is available).

Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure the successful delivery of all projects within the program, as well as planning, overseeing, and closing critical Agile and Waterfall projects within the established scope, schedule, and budget.
- Act as a servant leader to a team of Project Managers, Scrum Masters, and Business Analysts, and also oversee project quality control.
- Oversee successful delivery of all projects with the program and ensure there is appropriate planning and governance over portfolio of projects in the program.
- Organize and monitor inter-connected projects and identify interdependencies and work with counterparts on inter-connected projects to minimize risk to the scope, schedule, or budget.
- Plan the overall program and monitor progress to make sure the milestones are being met across the various projects and programs.
- Manage the risks and issues that arise over the program and be an escalation point to resolve these issues and risks.
- Drive process accountability by making sure the team is following documented PMO processes and procedures including the creation and completion of accurate artifacts.
- Create overarching plan to address key issues related to projects within the program.
- Conduct project close-out reviews as well as spot checks to ensure compliance with the process.
- Meet with business stakeholders on product roadmap and provide input and support, and create a product roadmap for each program as needed.
- Partner with stakeholders to identify and execute on the program strategy and roadmap.
- Contribute to the strategy of the PMO by identifying areas to streamline the process and drive improvements.
- Work with the SVP to develop an evaluation program to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
- Be accountable for program metrics and reporting.
- Direct and manage project development from inception to completion and according to company PMLC process for projects with a high level of complexity, scope, visibility and budget.
- Emphasize quality, on time delivery, and on budget delivery.
- Create and maintain key project documentation including project plans, project charters, communication plans, and other documentation in alignment with company PMLC/SDLC processes.
- Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
- Coordinate internal resources and vendors for the flawless execution of Agile and Waterfall projects.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner
- Plan, lead, guide, document and execute project execution routines including (but not limited to) status meetings, daily scrum, backlog grooming, requirement development, sprint planning, etc.

Skills & Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience working in an IT Program Management capacity in complex environments.
- Experience working in the securities/clearing industry.
- Knowledge of all phases of the project management and software development lifecycles.
- Experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies in enterprise-level application development environments.
- Knowledge of Daptiv, Tableau, and/or Azure DevOps.
- Strong knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
- Advanced time management and analytical skills.
- The highest level of written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient knowledge of computer technology and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to understand wider objectives of the program, such as business and strategic goals.
- BA/BS Degree in Business Admin, MIS, CS, or related field is preferred.
- Industry certifications are preferred (PMP, CAPM, CSM, PMI-ACP, etc.)


tags: it program manager, project manager, it project manager, tpm, technology project manager, pmo manager