Program Director

RSM
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2021 CLOSED ON 2/15/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at RSM?

The IT Program Manager Senior is accountable to executive sponsors for schedule, budget, and quality of on-going programs which may have many related projects managed within. The incumbent will apply broad, advanced project management principles and concepts to large projects, and contribute to innovation of new concepts and ideas, and continuous process improvement. Program duties may not always fall within a defined subproject. The individual must be able to identify activities as either in or out of scope as they relate to the program objectives. The individual must be able to fill additional leadership roles as defined by BP&T management.
Essential Duties:
  •  Manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationship to assure business needs are met, projects are delivered on time, and potential projects are managed
  • Define and manage business case, program and project scope, goals, budget, schedule, resources, and deliverables that support business goals, and take appropriate steps to ensure project objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Manage program and project risks / issues. Recognize and determine the appropriate corrective action to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and scope.
  • Identify and execute appropriate communication methods to meet stakeholder and senior leadership needs on the accurate status of a project
  • Create and maintain project documentation to identify, evaluate, scope, plan, monitor, and follow up on active projects
  • Mentor program and project managers and junior project team members.
  • Lead by example by following strict best practices regarding documentation, SDLC, and project team collaboration
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • General knowledge of business and IT systems
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Experience with MS Project, Workbench, or related tool
  • Understanding of Earned Value Management
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO JOB:
  • Applies technical/procedural requirements of the position based on knowledge and experience within specialization • Ability to attract, lead, motivate, and retain multiple teams
  • Effective organization and time management skills
  • Ability to manage at a macro level and identify when a refined approach is necessary
  • Strong attention to detail
  • PMP Certification (Required)
EXPERIENCE:
  • 8 years relevant experience with 2 or more dedicated to Program Management
MANAGEMENT:
  • Ability to supervise, direct, and review the results of programs, projects or assignments
  • Ability to mentor other BP&T project and program managers
  • Ability to lead by understanding team dynamics
  • Ability to support, affect, and implement change
  • Ability to impact and influence a diverse population
  • Facilitate program discussions with senior BP&T management and business stakeholders
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Previous project or team management experience

In accordance with applicable law, prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or intend to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by January 18, 2022 or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation to this vaccination requirement. Individuals who have an approved medical or religious accommodation may be required to comply with Covid-19 testing requirements upon commencement of employment.

You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective.

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RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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