Program Manager

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Sr. Program Manager with our client in the financial industry located in Chicago, IL and Charlotte, NC. This is a 12+ month contract position. Responsibilities: Establish and manage projects to collectively deliver desired business outcomes Lead a variety of different types of projects utilizing several different methodologies including large scale application development, systems integration, operational efficiency improvements, process reengineering, and infrastructure upgrade and deployment Manage multiple projects and may have end to end responsibility for the work effort and may lead both technology and non-technology initiatives Responsible for project financials partner closely with line of business change management teams to provide updates on technology deliverables End-to-end technology delivery of the assigned project and is the primary point of escalation for technology issues Drive overall technology execution and manages line of business stakeholder relationships and acts as their advocate throughout the life of the project Plan, organize, monitor and control projects using appropriate tools and techniques to ensure efficient and effective project completion Develop and socialize potential risk mitigation strategies Effectively communicate with managers, peers and business partners on deliverables, timelines and support needed Partner with the business to develop and transition plans, including ongoing success measures, to sustain the change Responsible for financials and project documents Guide projects through all phases, ensuring required standards and processes are followed, required documents are completed, and required tracking systems are kept updated Develop and manage to project plan Identify, assign, track, escalate, and resolve issues Schedule and facilitate regular meetings to review progress and status, and ad hoc topical meetings Formulate agendas and documents minutes, action items etc. Requirements: Strong Project Management skills with ability to lead a team and drive to results Strong Change Management skills/experience Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Must possess analytical and problem solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent time management and prioritization skills Strong project financial management skills . Ability to provide project status on deliverables or escalate issues to sr. leaders and executives Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) proficient 7+ years of end to end project management experience Agile Certification needed Agile Scrum master or RTE Desired skills: Bachelor's degree PMP Certification Familiarity with SAFe methodology Experience working in the financial industry Pay range: $63.94 - $71.94 Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! About Genesis10: Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: • Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. • The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. • Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) • Behavioral Health Platform • Medical, Dental, Vision • Health Savings Account • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) • Voluntary Term Life Insurance • 401K • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) • Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.