Program Manager

Program ManagerOne of Airetel Staffing's valued clients is looking for a Program Manager located in Highmark Health.- Work with management to assemble project teams and work groups to produce deliverables required to achieve the objectives of a defined corporate program. Lead project managers and work group leaders in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined corporate program.- Organize, direct and coordinate cross-functional activities to focus corporate resources on the successful delivery and implementation of the desired results for a defined corporate program and/or strategic initiative.- Work with the executive sponsor of a corporate program (VP or higher), and other management as required to achieve the objectives of a defined corporate program. Acquire detailed understanding of the business objectives for an assigned area.- Monitor and evaluate the progress, alignment and financial "health" of a cross-functional group of projects and related activities which together, constitutes a defined corporate program. Direct corrective action as needed to maintain the viability of the program. If required - Report to the executive team/sponsor/steering committee on the progress, business impacts and strategies around the program(s).- Assess risks that might jeopardize successful achievement of the desired results of a program, develop risk mitigation strategies and tactics, and implement risk mitigation plans.- As needed - Partners with procurement to develop and execute strategies related to the service/asset contracts.- As needed - Manages the vendor to the responsibilities outlined in the contract and statement of work. Other duties as assigned or requested.EDUCATION Minimum • High School Diploma / GED Substitutions • None Preferred • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Technology Management-related area of study • MBA or Master's Degree in Technology Management-related area of studyEXPERIENCE Minimum • 7 -10 years of work experience in project management or • 7-10 years of work experience delivering business solutions using information technology Preferred • NoneLICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Required • None Preferred • PMP or Certification in Project Management