Job#: 3031223 Job Description: Program ManagerPosition OverviewThe Program Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating multiple related projects to ensure they collectively deliver strategic business outcomes. This role focuses on program-level planning, cross-functional coordination, risk and dependency management, and executive-level communication to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to organizational priorities.
Key Responsibilities- Own end-to-end delivery of complex programs consisting of multiple interdependent projects
- Align program objectives, scope, timelines, and outcomes to business strategy
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to manage dependencies, priorities, and resource allocation
- Identify, manage, and mitigate program-level risks, issues, and constraints
- Establish and maintain program governance, cadence, and standardized delivery processes
- Provide clear program status, financials, and risk visibility to senior leadership
- Drive accountability across project teams and ensure delivery quality and consistency
- Manage vendors and external partners as applicable
Core Skills & Competencies- Strong leadership and stakeholder management across technical and non-technical teams
- Expertise in program planning, scheduling, and execution
- Proven ability to manage ambiguity, complexity, and competing priorities
- Excellent communication, presentation, and executive-level reporting skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years of experience in program or project management roles
- Experience leading large, cross-functional initiatives
- Familiarity with formal project/program management methodologies and tools
- Must have PMP
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.
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