Sr. Program Manager

Sr. Program ManagerThe Senior IT Project Manager is responsible for the overall management and execution of technology initiatives within a structured IT project management framework. This position oversees multiple technology initiatives, primarily delivered using traditional project management approaches, while coordinating with cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment. The selected candidate will manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, governance, and stakeholder communication.Key ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and implement the approved IT project management framework, ensuring all applicable components are followed.Manage multiple technology initiatives end-to-end, developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans, schedules, and milestones.Determine whether initiatives require Steering Committee review and approval, and prepare required documentation.Coordinate activities across IT teams, business units, vendors, and external partners to ensure delivery commitments align with organizational priorities.Define required deliverables for each project phase, including initiation, planning, execution, validation, and closure.Provide regular status updates and maintain transparency into risks, issues, dependencies, scope changes, and delivery forecasts for senior leadership and stakeholders.Partner with IT managers, Quality Assurance, and subject matter experts to define requirements, testing strategies, acceptance standards, and cutover plans.Prepare agendas for project and governance meetings, leading sessions effectively to ensure decisions, actions, and outcomes are documented.Maintain project documentation including charters, RAID logs, schedules, decision logs, and release documentation.Required QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Information Systems, Technology, or a related discipline is required.Experience: Ten or more years of experience managing IT projects or programs, with demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives within PMO and Steering Committee governance models.Technical Skills: Strong understanding of traditional IT project management methodologies, SDLC, enterprise IT delivery, and working knowledge of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and governance management.Preferred QualificationsPMP certification is highly preferred.ITIL v4 Certification is recommended.Familiarity with financial services or credit union technology environments.Experience utilizing MS Office, MS Project, ServiceNow, Smartsheet, or equivalent project reporting and governance tools.Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.