Program Manager

Program Manager City/State: Virginia Beach, VA; Work Shift: First (Days); Hybrid position – must be able to work on-site at Sentara Park, Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating progress of multiple projects within a program, managing dependencies across projects/workstreams, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This role coordinates cross‑functional teams, manages budgets and resources, mitigates risks, mentors and coaches Project Managers, and communicates regularly with stakeholders to ensure program success. Key Responsibilities Program Planning & Execution – Define program objectives, scope, and deliverables. Develop comprehensive program plans including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Organize program governance and structure; coordinate cross‑functional teams for cohesive execution; monitor progress across projects, resolve challenges, and ensure alignment with program goals; identify and manage interdependencies across projects/workstreams. Budget & Resource Management – Establish and manage program budgets to ensure cost‑effectiveness; recommend resource allocation and optimization across projects; track financials and prepare program‑level financial reports. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting – Serve as primary contact for internal and external stakeholders; provide regular program status updates, risk reports, and milestone tracking to executive leadership; maintain transparent communication and build strong relationships with partners. RAID & Change Management – Track Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions, and Dependencies; develop mitigation and contingency plans; enforce change control procedures across projects and programs. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement – Oversee quality control measures across projects; evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned; promote adherence to project/program management methodologies and best practices. Mentoring & Leadership – Mentor and coach Project Managers and workstream teams; foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Project Management – Define project objectives, plan and organize roadmaps, lead and coordinate teams, monitor and control progress, manage risks, provide regular updates, and ensure delivery and closure of projects. Education High School / GED – Required Bachelor’s Degree – Preferred Certification/Licensure Project Management Institute Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) – must obtain within 1 year of hire Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) Project Management Institute Program Management Professional (PgMP) Scrum, SAFe or equivalent Experience 6+ years of experience in program or project management with a proven track record in managing large‑scale, complex projects or programs (Required). 8+ years of experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. The Ideal Candidate Demonstrated experience in leading cross‑functional teams and managing multiple stakeholder relationships. Healthcare experience in care delivery (ambulatory, hospital, post‑acute), health plan, corporate/shared services, and/or technical project management. Technical knowledge and experience with complex workflows. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision plans Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave Emergency Backup Care Long‑Term, Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans Life Insurance 401(k)/403(b) with Employer Match Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development Pet Insurance Legal Resources Plan Equal Opportunity Employer Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Sentara Health is a tobacco‑free environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr 143 Sentara Healthcare