Technical Program Manager

Technical Program ManagerJoin the largest specialty apparel company in AmericaRole: Technical Program ManagerLocation: San Francisco, CA - OnsiteDuration: 6 months contact with possible extensionPay Range: $75 - $80/hour on w2Program OverviewWe are seeking experienced Technical Program Managers to support a large-scale Google Cloud Platform (GCP) modernization program spanning three workstreams: Data Delivery, AI/ML Insights, and Cross Workstream. TPMs will work closely with internal workstream leads, technology partners, and executive stakeholders to drive program delivery, governance, and cross-program integration.Role SummaryThe TPM will be embedded within the GCP PMO under the direction of the GCP Program Lead, aligned to a specific track (Data Delivery, AI/ML, Cross Program Integration, Infra, or Google Transformation). Each TPM owns end-to-end program management execution within their track and contributes to overall program governance, agile delivery cadence, and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities: Reporting & Program HealthOwn and maintain Steerco decks including workstream status, KPI scorecards, RAID highlights, and dependency status.Develop and publish weekly program health scorecards with RAG status across Scope, Schedule, Quality, and Resources.Produce weekly workstream status reports in coordination with workstream leads; maintain effective status reporting at multiple levels.Prepare monthly executive summary for program sponsors.Maintain version-controlled program baseline updated after every major change.Finance & Resource ManagementTrack actuals vs. plan by workstream and partner on an ongoing basis; ensure alignment to approved AOP budget.Flag variances and escalate budget risks proactively.Generate and maintain project forecasts in PM systems, including monitoring actualization and analyzing resource needs.Facilitate resource coordination and efficient allocation to ensure well-supported project teams.Inter-Program IntegrationMaintain dependency register for other programs including committed deliverables and dates.Own escalation path when GCP delivery risk threatens downstream program timelines.Drive cross-program governance forum ownership and cadence.Facilitate cross-team collaboration and communication to mitigate dependencies and promote continuous integration and delivery.Planning & Execution CadenceDevelop and maintain the program management plan including kick-offs, milestone gates, and execution rhythm.Drive sprint and release planning cadence across all workstreams; promote and advance agile methodologies.Facilitate quarterly planning processes and coordinate teams for strategic task planning and dependency management.Lead milestone gate reviews with clear Go / No-Go criteria per release.Ensure alignment and synchronization of multiple agile teams toward common program goals.Track all action items and ensure follow-through accountability.RAID ManagementMaintain risk register with probability × impact scoring, mitigation owner, and resolution dates; identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.Manage active issue log with owner and escalation path; manage and resolve impediments.Document assumption log with validation checkpoints and decision log capturing all program decisions with rationale, approver, and date.Flag cross-program risks as program-level items.Conduct weekly RAID reviews, ensure real-time issue logging, and escalate within 48 hours.Vendor & Quality ManagementExpertise in vendor management and selection; coordinate with external delivery partnersOversee project quality standards through rigorous testing and validation processes.Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies.Required Qualifications7+ years of experience in Technical Program Management leading complex, large-scale technology programs from conception to completion.Demonstrated experience supporting GCP-based modernization programs including data, AI/ML, or infrastructure workstreams.Strong Tech Ops experience — familiarity with infrastructure operations, platform provisioning, and IT operations delivery.Experience managing cross-functional programs with multiple workstreams and external vendor partners.Expertise in RAID management, program governance frameworks, and executive reporting.Experience with budget tracking and AOP/financial management in a program context, including project forecasting and resource actualization.Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills up to C-suite level.Proven track record delivering large-scale projects with exceptional leadership across cross-functional teams.Proficiency in program management tools: Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or equivalent.Proficiency in AI Tools: Claude or EquivalentStrong advocate for agile principles with hands-on experience driving agile delivery across multiple teams.Preferred QualificationsExperience with GCP services including BigQuery, Looker, Spanner, Kong AI Gateway, or GML frameworks.Familiarity with ML pipeline delivery and BI modernization programs.PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification.Experience working in a managed services or MSP-driven delivery modelRussell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization. Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. 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