Operations Engineering Program Manager III

Job#: 3041900

Job Description:
Operations Engineering Program Manager III

Location: Nashville, TN

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Full-Time Onsite

Duration: 18-Month Contract

Compensation: $50 - $60 hourly

Program Operations Engineering | Nashville, TN (Onsite)
Drive Complex Engineering Programs. Influence Stakeholders. Deliver Results.

Are you an experienced Project or Program Manager with an engineering background who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at stakeholder management, and knows how to drive projects from concept to completion?

We are seeking a highly motivated Project/Program Manager III to support critical initiatives within a large-scale engineering and operations environment. This role requires a professional who can manage multiple workstreams, coordinate vendors, communicate effectively with leadership, and proactively identify and mitigate risks while keeping projects on track.

If you are known for your ownership mentality, strong communication skills, vendor management expertise, and ability to drive results, we'd like to speak with you.
What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate complex project and program initiatives from planning through execution.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, and risks.
• Drive vendor performance and accountability through ongoing coordination and scorecard reviews.
• Facilitate weekly stakeholder meetings and project status reviews.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Develop executive-level reporting, project updates, and performance metrics.
• Identify blockers early and implement solutions to keep projects moving forward.
• Influence cross-functional partners and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.

Required Qualifications
MUST HAVE:

Engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Construction, Infrastructure, Operations Engineering, or related field)

5+ years of Project Management or Program Management experience

Strong experience with:

• Vendor Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk Mitigation
• Project Planning & Execution
• Executive Communications
• Status Reporting
• Meeting Facilitation

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree
• Experience supporting engineering, operations, infrastructure, construction, or manufacturing environments
• Experience leading large, complex programs with multiple stakeholders
• Strong presentation and influence skills
• Experience working directly with vendors, contractors, or external partners

Why Join?

• Work on impactful engineering and operations initiatives.
• Gain exposure to high-visibility programs and senior leadership.
• Drive projects from concept through execution and completion.
• Collaborate with diverse teams across engineering, operations, and vendor organizations.
• Opportunity for long-term engagement and career growth.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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