Senior Manager, Data Program Management

Overview Senior Manager, Data Program Management – Lead large‑scale enterprise data transformation programs that enable organizations to modernize data platforms, accelerate cloud adoption, and unlock business value from their data assets. Responsibilities Client Delivery Lead data transformation and modernization programs from strategy through implementation and business adoption. Manage scope, budget, staffing, profitability, timelines, quality, and delivery across multiple workstreams. Direct enterprise data migration initiatives involving Databricks, Snowflake, and modern cloud data platforms while coordinating cross‑functional teams. Establish program governance, executive steering committees, integrated delivery plans, RAID management, dependency tracking, and executive reporting. Partner with executive stakeholders to define transformation roadmaps, success metrics, operating models, and organizational change strategies. Lead AI‑enabled delivery approaches that improve program governance, project execution, decision‑making, and delivery quality. Champion AI‑powered project management and delivery tools to accelerate planning, risk identification, dependency management, status reporting, documentation, and executive communications. Partner with client stakeholders to identify opportunities where AI can improve data quality, migration validation, testing, operational readiness, and business adoption. Collaborate with data engineering and AI teams to incorporate generative AI, machine learning, and automation into modernization programs. Establish governance processes that ensure AI‑enabled delivery practices are implemented responsibly. Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data‑driven recommendations. Apply AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation tools, data models) to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and elevate client outcomes. Business Development Develop trusted relationships with executive stakeholders and serve as a strategic advisor for enterprise data transformation and modernization initiatives. Identify, shape, and lead pursuits involving cloud data modernization, data migration, analytics, AI, and enterprise transformation. Collaborate with Databricks, Snowflake, cloud hyperscalers, and strategic alliance partners to develop differentiated client solutions. Advise executives on AI‑enabled data transformation strategies, helping clients understand how modern data platforms, automation, and AI accelerate business outcomes. Practice Development Develop and enhance Data Program Management methodologies, PMO assets, governance frameworks, and delivery accelerators. Develop reusable delivery methodologies that incorporate AI to improve program management, project controls, knowledge management, and delivery quality. Mentor and coach project managers, engagement managers, and consultants on enterprise program management best practices and AI‑enabled delivery approaches. Contribute thought leadership on enterprise data transformation, cloud modernization, AI‑enabled program management, and delivery excellence. Stay current on emerging technologies, AI capabilities, cloud data platforms, and modern delivery methodologies. Qualifications 10+ years of consulting, technology, or business transformation experience leading complex enterprise programs. Demonstrated success leading large‑scale data migration and modernization programs. Strong expertise in program and project management, including governance, financial management, executive reporting, dependency management, RAID management, organizational change management, and delivery excellence. Experience delivering enterprise data platform implementations or migrations involving Databricks, Snowflake, Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, or similar ecosystems. Understanding of modern data architectures, including data lakes, lakehouse platforms, cloud data warehouses, ETL/ELT, data governance, analytics, and AI ecosystems. Experience leading cross‑functional teams of data architects, engineers, analysts, business stakeholders, and third‑party vendors. Experience leading AI‑enabled transformation programs that integrate modern data platforms, analytics, automation, and generative AI into enterprise business processes. Familiarity with AI capabilities across modern cloud ecosystems, including Databricks AI, Snowflake Cortex, Azure AI, AWS AI services, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies. Experience applying AI to improve project delivery, including planning, forecasting, risk management, documentation, testing, reporting, and stakeholder communications. Ability to evaluate AI‑generated outputs, establish governance for responsible AI adoption, and balance automation with sound business judgment. Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders, build trusted client relationships, and communicate effectively with C‑suite leaders. PMP, PgMP, SAFe, Agile, or related program management certifications are preferred. Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) into day‑to‑day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation. Ability to travel 30 to 50%. Hybrid role: 2x per week in office. Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future. Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan, purchase shares from the employee stock ownership program, and receive annual bonuses. Unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays are available. Eligible for ten weeks of paid parental leave upon hire date. Salary ranges vary by location (see table). Seattle or Washington, D.C.: $203,200—$239,100 USD Los Angeles: $212,900—$250,500 USD New York City or San Francisco: $222,500—$261,900 USD Other locations: $193,500—$227,700 USD Equal Employment Opportunity West Monroe is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr West Monroe