Program Manager

*MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO CHICAGO 3X/WK. CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO CHICAGO*
MUST HAVE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TO BE CONSIDERED:
1. Full project life cycle management
2. Stakeholder coordination and communication
3. Experience in AI projects, along with Snowflake and AWS environments
Description
The Program Manager will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of a large, highly complex program spanning multiple IT and business departments. The PgM will manage the initiation, planning, execution, and finalizing projects according to deadlines and budget. This includes coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Liaise with C-level stakeholders on a regular basis via presentations and written communications.
Troubleshoot and confidently participate in strategic dialogue. Facilitate meetings with large audiences and/or broad/complex topics.
Create a roadmap/plan for multiple related work efforts which all roll up into a Program level plan to manage cross-functional and project dependencies, milestones, and deliverables.
Ensure deliverables/objectives are based on customer expectations and are within project scope. Establishes procedures for scope control by engaging stakeholders to agree on scope and schedule.
Proactively perform risk management and identify issues across functions and inter-dependent efforts.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Effectively communicate program level status to multiple stakeholders at varying levels within the organization.
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
Ensure the gathering and documentation of clear, thorough requirements and project specifications
Monitor project financials and recommend budget changes where necessary.
Perform resource management on projects to level resources and acquire appropriate staffing.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
Provide oversight across multiple projects to identify inter-project dependencies and resource constraints.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
10 years direct work experience in a project management capacity including all aspects from project initiation through execution and delivery.
Strong familiarity with MSProject, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
Flexible during times of change.
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.
Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise.
Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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