Program Manager

Are you a Program Manager that is looking to join one of the top companies within the Insurance Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in project management/program management?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to be Remotely with our customers in Remote, CA. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• Coordinate the management of multiple related projects directed toward a common business objective.
• Partner with business leaders to envision, define and initiate programs.
• Provide direction and guidance to project managers to monitor the cost, schedule, and technical performance of component projects and operations, while working to ensure the ultimate success of the program.
• Partner with business leaders in envisioning and strategic planning efforts for company programs
• Develop program road map/implementation plan
• Establish and manage the governance structure for the program
• Manage program communications with key stakeholders, project sponsors, project managers, and the program team
• Perform program risk management and manage escalation of program issues
• Coordinate and monitor the scheduling, financial and technical performance of company programs
• Perform master resource planning for the program roadmap, ensuring maximum efficiency in resource allocation across projects
• Facilitate the development of a cost-benefit analysis and return on investment for each project
• Develop a budget, financial projections, and forecasted ROI for the program
• Aid in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts
• Ensure adherence to master plans and schedules, facilitate solutions to program problems, and direct work of project team members assigned to the program from various departments
• Work with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, and that the projects deliver the intended business results and value
• Act as an advisor to the program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations
• Build an effective matrixed team and inspire a shared vision for the program
• Clearly communicate roles and expectations to project managers
• Provide coaching to matrixed project managers; give input to managers on project managers' performance
• Create and deliver information at an appropriate level for the audience, including presentations and status updates
• Gain needed support from key stakeholders to lead and manage changes to successfully execute the program.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $57.14/hr to $67.85/hr

Hours: 40hrs/wk.

Length: Contract (18 Months)

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in project management/program management, leading large and complex projects
• Minimum of 6 experience with various project management methodologies, standard concepts, practices, procedures, tools, or software packages.

• Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Proven ability to navigate complex situations through the organizational landscape and with multiple stakeholders
• Leadership skills to coordinate and motivate project teams
• Adept at financial management to administer budgets across multiple projects and ensure the program meets its requirements for return on investment, timing, and budget
• Ability to drive results through informal authority, serve as a consultant to key business partners and represent users and customers in every thought and interaction
• Proven ability to successfully manage risks/issues at a program level
• Ability to elicit cooperation from Senior Management and other departments
• Demonstrated ability to be a decision-maker showing balanced consideration of business issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and analytical skills
• Business aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Strategic skills to support envisioning work, program planning, and forecasting
• Regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of job duties.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• The working environment is generally favorable.
• Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise or dust.
• Willing to travel as needed(estimate 10%)