RQ00200 Sr. Program Manager
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Job Summary
RQ00200 - Sr. Program Manager
6-month contract (131 business days) - possible extension
Hybrid currently 3 days office 2 days WFH. Eventually (no set date currently) it will go back to 5 days a week in the office. - 277 Front Street West
Must Haves:
- 8 years of experience developing multi-year program roadmaps
- 8 years of experience overseeing end-to-end planning execution monitoring and closure of program components.
- 8 years of experience establishing program governance including decision-making forums reporting structures and performance metrics.
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Business Administration or equivalent experience.
Nice to Have:
- Public Sector Experience
- Preferred Certifications:
PMP PgMP or PMI-ACP
PROSCI Change Management
ITIL
Agile/Scrum certifications (e.g. CSM SAFe)
The Senior Program Manager (IT) is responsible for leading largescale complex multi-year technology programs that span business areas delivery teams and vendor partners. This role provides strategic oversight governance and end-to-end delivery leadership to ensure programs meet business objectives align with enterprise architecture standards and deliver measurable value. The Senior Program Manager drives collaboration across cross-functional teams manages risks and financials and ensures solutions are delivered on time within scope and within budget.
Program Leadership & Strategy
Define program vision scope objectives and success measures in alignment with enterprise and business strategies.
Develop multi-year program roadmaps integrating business priorities technology strategy budget constraints and resource capacities.
Provide leadership across multiple concurrent projects ensuring cohesive and coordinated delivery.
Governance & Stakeholder Management
Establish program governance including decision-making forums reporting structures and performance metrics.
Lead communication with senior executives business partners and technical leadership to ensure alignment and transparency.
Manage competing priorities and negotiate acceptable solutions across stakeholder groups.
Program Delivery & Execution
Oversee end-to-end planning execution monitoring and closure of program components.
Drive program status reporting including progress risks issues dependencies and budget health.
Ensure quality assurance practices architectural alignment and adherence to IT policies and standards.
Financial & Resource Management
Develop and manage multiyear program budgets forecasts and investment proposals.
Allocate and optimize resources across project teams vendor partners and shared services.
Oversee procurement activities contracts and vendor performance.
Risk & Issue Management
Identify document and mitigate program risks and issues throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Lead escalation management cross-team dependency resolution and scope change control.
Implement best practices focused on proactive risk detection transparent reporting and strong program control frameworks.
Leadership & Team Development
Provide coaching guidance and direction to project managers business analysts technical leads and delivery teams.
Foster a culture of collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.
Champion diversity inclusion psychological safety and high-performance team principles.
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Business Administration or equivalent experience.
8 years of progressive experience in IT project/program management including leadership of large complex multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Experience in Agile Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies.
Technical & Professional Skills
Strong understanding of enterprise IT systems system integration cloud technologies cybersecurity and solution delivery.
Advanced skills in program planning financial management risk management and governance.
Demonstrated ability to manage vendors contracts and third-party delivery partners.
Exceptional communication negotiation and relationshipbuilding skills.
Preferred Certifications:
PMP PgMP or PMI-ACP
PROSCI Change Management
ITIL
Agile/Scrum certifications (e.g. CSM SAFe)
Key Competencies:
Strategic Thinking
Leadership & Influence
Stakeholder Engagement
Decision Making
Change Leadership
Problem Solving
Financial Acumen
Delivery Excellence
Note: The higher end of the range is intended for absolutely exceptional candidates who meet all must-have requirements and most or all nice-to-have qualifications. The client will evaluate candidates based on both rate expectations and overall skill set when shortlisting.
INCORPORATED RATE RANGE (7.25 billable hours per day)
- $105.92/hr - $127.10/hr Inc.
T4 RATE RANGE (7.25 billable hours per day)
- $84.73/hr - $101.68/hr T4
