Lead Program Manager

Software Resources has an immediate, long term contract job opportunity for a Lead Program Manager with a major corporation in Orlando, FL.

Must Haves :

Must have heavy understanding of project delivery. This role is a people leader that handles strategic programs from a PM perspective. It is project managing.

15 -20 yrs experience of leading large complex enterprise technology level projects with heavy executive leader presence.

Must be expert at creating and presenting for presentations.

Will be leading teams as a whole but not a direct team.

Project - Will be focusing on global HR process and standardization of processes as it relates to cos savings. What can be standardized as a whole.

Looking for resources coming from top 3-5 companies such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and Bain & Company, Client, EY.

Description :

The Lead Program Manager will spearhead the planning and execution of technology delivery within the Enterprise Technology team, specifically focusing on the SuccessFactors platform.

This role ensures end-to-end delivery of technology solutions aligned with business capabilities and collaboration across support operations.

The ideal candidate will partner with various stakeholders, including matrix projects and third-party resources, to drive strategic planning and delivery leadership.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead program planning and strategy, including resource identification and forecasting.

Establish and track key performance indicators to monitor project health and status.

Analyze data to produce actionable insights and propose solutions for identified issues.

Manage the Risks, Actions, Issues, and Decisions (RAID) log, facilitating resolutions in collaboration with project management teams.

Communicate project status and escalations to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Build and deliver impactful presentations for very senior audiences, translating complex information into clear, actionable insights.

Collaborate with business partners, solution architects, and delivery managers to foster strong relationships across the organization.

Drive execution of complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project vision, objectives, and expected outcomes.

Develop governance practices to monitor projects and ensure proactive scheduling of deliverables.

Oversee project financial forecasts, resource plans, and expense tracking.

Implement process improvements in project management to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

Foster a self-organizing team environment focused on continuous learning and delivering value.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience Requirements :

10+ years managing large, complex technology programs.

3+ years in a delivery leadership role.

Big 3 consulting experience highly preferred (McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and Bain & Company)

Proven ability to navigate ambiguous work environments and drive results.

Strong communication and presentation skills, adept at engaging both technical and business audiences.

Experience leading technology projects with a focus on innovative problem-solving.

Familiarity with modern project management tools (e.g., Clarity PPM, Smartsheet, MS Project Online) and collaboration software (e.g., MS Teams).

Experience working in Fortune 50 companies preferred.

Preferred Qualifications :

Extensive experience building impactful presentations for very senior audiences.

Excellent collaboration skills in a matrixed organizational structure.

Results-oriented with a proactive, action-biased mindset.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Strong resilience and adaptability in challenging circumstances.

Required Education :