Job Description

Are you ready to step into a challenging leadership role and manage a high-impact, multi-year program? As the CIS Project Leader , you will drive the successful deployment of a crucial system upgrade, overseeing critical workstreams and ensuring seamless execution across multiple disciplines. This senior-level position offers an exciting opportunity to lead cross-functional teams, collaborate with executives, and shape the future of a complex and highly visible program. If you are an experienced project manager with a passion for results-driven leadership, we want you to play a pivotal role in this dynamic journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the system upgrade strategy, ensuring key deliverables align with organizational goals. Provide clear direction to the team, focusing on achieving milestones and outcomes.
  
• Collaborate with PMO program managers across technology, testing, deployment, organizational readiness, and other areas. Ensure workstreams remain aligned, dependencies are tracked, and critical milestones are met.
  
• Identify risks and obstacles early, develop proactive mitigation strategies, and address roadblocks to keep the project on track. Oversee governance processes, including issue resolution, risk management, change requests, and decision-making.
  
• Serve as the central communication hub for program status updates. Keep program leadership and executives informed on key developments, changes, and progress. Foster transparency and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
  
• Oversee vendor deliverables and KPIs, ensuring timely completion per contracts. Track program milestones and provide regular updates to leadership on progress.
  
• Evaluate reporting tools and dashboards to enhance program visibility and foster ongoing improvements. Ensure best practices are followed across the program.
  
• Lead, mentor, and guide workstream program managers. Set expectations, track progress, and resolve challenges to ensure smooth execution.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in managing complex projects, particularly in IT systems and large-scale, multi-year programs.
  
• Proven success in leading teams through the entire project lifecycle, working closely with diverse sponsors and business units.
  
• Strong IT background, with extensive knowledge of application development technologies and methodologies.
  
• Prior experience managing multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix organization is essential.
  
• Exceptional leadership abilities to inspire and align teams with program goals.
  
• Strong communication skills to lead discussions with senior leadership and translate complex concepts to a wide range of stakeholders.
  
• Proven capability to influence others, manage competing priorities, and lead teams through change.
  
• Deep understanding of PMI-based project management methodologies and Agile tools.
  
• Expertise in vendor management and maintaining positive customer/vendor relationships.
  
• Strong analytical and risk management skills to drive project success and ensure timely milestone delivery.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project.
  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred.
  
• SAFe certification is desirable.
  
• Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification is a plus.
  

Why Join Our Team?

• Take on a critical role in shaping the future of our organization by leading high-impact projects.
  
• Become part of a team where cross-functional collaboration and transparent communication are integral to our success.
  
• This position offers significant potential for professional development within a high-visibility project, with opportunities for career advancement.
  
• Enjoy a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work-life balance.
  
• If you are an experienced project leader ready to take on a key role in a high-complexity program, we invite you to apply. Join us in leading the successful deployment of a major system upgrade, driving innovative solutions, and making an impactful difference to the success of the program!

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