Project/Program Manager III at Kforce Inc in Columbus, Ohio

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has an enterprise client that is seeking a Project/Program Manager III in Columbus, OH.

Summary:
As a Program Manager, you will lead, oversee, and coordinate multiple related projects within the organization to ensure alignment with broader business goals. Your responsibilities include defining program strategy, managing budgets and schedules, tracking progress, mitigating risks, and facilitating collaboration across different project teams to achieve successful program outcomes. You will act as a strategic leader who ensures all projects within a program work together efficiently to meet organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Program and Project Management:

• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple interconnected projects within a program


• Manage and coordinate project schedule files, supporting Senior & Field scheduling teams


• Define and coordinate team schedules, tasks, and deliverables


• Lead or support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM) with internal and external stakeholders


• Develop KPIs/Metrics; Monitor and validate progress and health measurement


• Track program progress against key metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare management summary reports on project status for Field Teams & Leadership


• Develop and maintain effective reports including scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts


• Generate standardized reports and provide feedback to management on patterns, trends, and improvements


• Serve as the main point of contact for project, program, and scheduling-related queries

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

• Foster collaboration between different project teams, departments, and external vendors


• Collaborate with partners to ensure comprehensive Project Controls information


• Communicate with clients to schedule appointments and resolve conflicts

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)


• 8+ years of Program Management experience


• Experience working with high-volume processes and geo-dispersed teams across multiple time zones


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications; Smart Sheets; Primavera P6; Salesforce, Tableau & Quicksight (or ability to quickly become proficient)


• Excellent verbal & written communication skills


• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with start-up teams developing new processes, procedures, and platforms


• Experience managing direct reports and teams of contract personnel


• Experience managing multiple stakeholder teams simultaneously


• Experience managing international teams and mission-critical projects


• Proficiency in creating dashboards and automation for summarized project health data

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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