Program Manager - Fiber Design
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Program Manager - Fiber Design
Hybrid/Remote
Are you an experienced Program Manager looking to join a supportive passionate team We have an attractive opportunity for you!
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30 states. For more than 25 years our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped create a positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values Safety Honesty Truth and Decency fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma.
**To learn more about working at Sigma view our career page.
**If you do not have Program Manager experience please refer to our other open positions: we list may list similar openings in multiple locations you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:
As the Program Manager you will oversee program execution from start to finish providing strategic direction mentorship to project managers and exceptional client relationship management. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams monitor KPIs optimize workflows and ensure projects are delivered on time on budget and to the highest standards.
Note: This position can work remotely but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg OH for an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training period.
Responsibilities:
Project Leadership:
- Responsible for measuring and developing the project managers abilities and effectiveness through KPIs and set core competencies in accordance with corporate governance.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project implementation and customer satisfaction.
- Attend industry events conferences and networking opportunities to enhance the companys visibility.
- Serve as a mentor and coach to other project managers offering guidance and support.
Program Planning and Strategy:
- Oversees project managers in the delivery of all Program related projects in accordance with the contractual agreement scope schedule and budget of the project.
- Oversee the planning scheduling and execution of all phases of projects within the designated program in accordance with project management processes policies guidelines and corporate governance.
- Develop and monitor high-level project workflows validate project scopes and collaborate on project priorities.
- Oversees the creation of proposals kickoff meetings and discovery calls.
Program Monitoring and Reporting:
- Prepare review and approve project change orders and/or correction actions in collaboration with the client Project Engineer(s) and Operations Manager.
- Provide program cost forecasting over the life of the project or program.
Program Closure:
- Ensure the successful closure of the program including finalizing all program activities obtaining acceptance from stakeholders and conducting post-program evaluations.
- Document lessons learned and share best practices with the organization.
Communication:
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with program stakeholders including executive leadership project managers and cross-functional teams.
- Provide regular program updates to management and stakeholders.
- Resolve conflicts and facilitate effective communication within the program team.
- Liaises between project members cross-functional teams external vendors and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables requirements schedules cost and meeting plans are communicated.
- Accountable for contractual correspondence and communication with all stakeholders including identification and reporting of risks liabilities and opportunities.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success and develop risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project life cycle.
Budget Management:
- Manage Program level P&L reporting.
Customer/Client Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership at existing customers.
- Build an understanding of the customers organizational structure and decision-making process.
- Identify and understand client challenges propose solutions and tailor product/service offerings accordingly.
- Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about industry trends customer preferences and competitor activities.
- Lead Program update calls and in-person meetings with external clients.
- Monitor and manage expectations of communication between staff and external clients.
- Develop and execute a strategic plan to identify and target new business opportunities at the customer.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop sales strategies set targets and achieve revenue goals.
- Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential customers.
- Negotiate contracts and terms of agreements with clients ensuring a win-win outcome for both parties.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities and client interactions in the CRM system.
- Keep abreast of the companys product/service offerings updates and enhancements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies: Fit/Gap Analysis Needs Analysis Project Administration Project Controls Project Development Project Estimation Project Evaluation Project Implementation Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) Project Management Project Planning Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Project Scheduling Project Status Reporting Scope Management Stakeholder Management Project Management Software Customer Satisfaction Vendor Management Contract Negotiation
- Education Requirements Bachelors of Science in Engineering/Engineering Technology or Bachelors of Business Administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience Requirements - A minimum of 7 years of experience with telecommunications/Fiber engineering operations and /or project management including financial oversight and personnel development. And a minimum of 3 years of functional or direct people management experience with the proven ability to lead motivate and influence.
- Project Management Certification (PMP) or equivalent certification/experience required.
- Proven experience in project management with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and in budget.
- Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.
- Must be results-driven with a dedicated focus on achieving successful project performance customer satisfaction and organic sales growth.
- Demonstrated a level of understanding of commonly used project management concepts practices and procedures.
- Adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Available during the core work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand.
- Willing and able to travel regularly (20%-30%) which will include overnight travel
- Dependable transportation and valid drivers license and insurance
- Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check.
- Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to endure frequent lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard computer monitor and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
- Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures transcribing notes and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately often in a group setting.
- Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.
This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this advertisement.
This document does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.
Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employees age race color national origin ancestry religion sex sexual orientation pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status uniformed servicemember status or any other classification protected by law.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
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