Sr. Project Manager

Our client is actively seeking a Sr. IT Project Manager to support a API Management and AI Gateway initiative based out of their Chicagoland headquarters. This opportunity is 100% remote and will support Central time zone (CST) hours Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead the enterprise-wide migration from TIBCO to Solace messaging platform. This role requires exceptional program management expertise, strong coordination skills, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration with application teams to ensure successful migration to the new platform within established timelines. Required skills Strong Communication (verbal, written) particularly to Executive Leadership Self-Drive / Asking the right questions / Resourceful Technical / contextual knowledge - Enterprise Architecture/Platform Engineering/DevOps Decision Making & Problem Solving Ability to Influence / Negotiation Key Responsibilities: Program Leadership: Oversee the end-to-end implementation of the enterprise platform, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with application teams to facilitate their migration to the new platform, providing guidance and support to meet target dates. Progress Monitoring: Track and report on the status of application team migrations, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate regularly with stakeholders, including technical teams, leadership, and external partners, to provide updates and address concerns. Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to streamline migration processes and improve efficiency across teams. Risk Management: Proactively identify potential challenges and develop contingency plans to address them effectively. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of program activities, milestones, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability. Qualifications: Proven experience in program management, preferably in enterprise technology initiatives. Strong understanding of Enterprise Architecture, DevOps, Platform Engineering and their role in modern application ecosystems. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in a related field