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Program Manager Non-Tech 1
Ref No.: 25-251171
Location: Redmond, Washington
Position Type:Contract
Start Date / End Date: 05/02/2025 to 10/02/2025
Position: - Program Manager Non-Tech 1
Location: - Remote
Duration: - 6+ Months

Job Description:
The client is looking for a Program Manager to support and drive programs or projects, particularly within the software industry.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain, and manage program requirements, plans, timelines, issues, risks, and challenges.
  • Support managers in driving programs or projects.
  • Work closely with program/process owners, stakeholders, and business partners to identify business changes and drive consensus for a manageable change strategy.
  • Manage programs and projects involving multiple parties/organizations with conflicting agendas and business priorities.
  • Lead cross-organization project teams towards targeted and scheduled outcomes.
  • Engage with program/process owners, stakeholders, and business partners to communicate project objectives, strategy, tactics, and ongoing progress.

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Experience: 1-2 years of program management experience.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree.
  • Industry Knowledge: Background in software industry products/services/applications, with a preference for in-depth knowledge of Microsoft's products/services/applications.
  • Collaboration Skills: Strong cross-team/group/organization collaboration skills.
  • Risk Management: Ability to foresee and analyze project risks, develop risk management plans, and mitigate subsequent issues.
  • Analytical Skills: High-powered analytical skills and the ability to understand complex concepts and situations.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills at all levels, experience working with external vendors.
  • Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills, strong leadership skills, and demonstrated experience managing programs with varying degrees of complexity.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office.