Program Manager organizes and leads programs by defining and identifying required expertise. Program Manager Responsibilities: Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of direct staff. Leads the Program Management team in executing development projects to achieve defined results on time and within budget. Leads the Program Management team to achieve program lifecycle benefits realization. Provides life of program technical and operational management of programs. Responsible for development of division program and project management policies, procedures, processes, tools and templates. Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions covering all areas of program responsibility. Provides leadership and assistance to project managers to address critical issues on complex programs and leads the team to develop action plans to improve performance. Leads the development of program plans covering mature and new product development programs. Participates in program planning efforts; directs all phases of programs throughout the program lifecycle. Serves as key presenter and facilitator at program reviews. Ensures meeting actions are documented and communicated. Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete programs. Provides mentoring within program management and leadership to varied project teams. Maintains professional and technical/product knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical/specialty publications, and/or participating in professional associations. Shares specialized knowledge with others and serves as a resource or expert on program management principles and practices. Program Manager Requirements: Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Engineering, Sciences, Business or a related field; and prior program management experience. PMP certification preferred, advanced degree (MS/MBA) and additional certifications (e.g. PgMP, PMI-RMP) preferred. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through 10+ years of related work experience; including 4+ years leading multiple projects/programs of varying complexity and scope and direct leadership of teams. Prior cross-functional and business experience preferred. Expert knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
