Program Manager

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Locations

Washington, DC, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Desired Skills

Agile

Communications

Requirements

Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 10 years experience leading large, complex projects and/or programs
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills to manage a diverse set of stakeholders and senior leaders
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to present concepts to individuals and large groups
Ability to server as a leader to a team
Knowledge of SharePoint capabilities (SP 2013, 2016, and SharePoint Online)
Experience leading technical teams either for software development, operations, or engineering

Responsibilities

Define multiple project plans and timelines to support broader program initiatives
Balance multiple projects, keep projects on track and under budget
Evangelize and execute agile processes and methodology
Identify and provide solutions to mitigate constraints and risks in the development process
Coach team members on project management processes and best practices
Facilitate senior leaders and cross functional teams to make decisions and achieve program objectives
Serve as a team facilitator to assist in forming decisions, road maps, and helping groom the backlog

Planet Technologies, a Microsoft Gold Partner, is looking for a Top Secret cleared, highly motivated individual with excellent technical and management skills to plan and manage large scale technology projects and programs. The position requires the individual to serve as the point of contact and manager of the activities needed to establish and manage multiple programs. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and be able to effectively communicate complex technical matters to upper management, as well as users of all levels. The individual must also be able to work well under pressure, multi-task, and prioritize items as needed.

Responsibilities

Define multiple project plans and timelines to support broader program initiatives
Balance multiple projects, keep projects on track and under budget
Evangelize and execute agile processes and methodology
Identify and provide solutions to mitigate constraints and risks in the development process
Coach team members on project management processes and best practices
Facilitate senior leaders and cross functional teams to make decisions and achieve program objectives
Serve as a team facilitator to assist in forming decisions, road maps, and helping groom the backlog

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 10 years experience leading large, complex projects and/or programs
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills to manage a diverse set of stakeholders and senior leaders
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to present concepts to individuals and large groups
Ability to server as a leader to a team
Knowledge of SharePoint capabilities (SP 2013, 2016, and SharePoint Online)
Experience leading technical teams either for software development, operations, or engineering

Education: Bachelors Degree

Experience: 10+ years

Clearance Required: Top Secret – SCI eligible

Location: Washington, DC

Travel: 0%

Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.

Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Federal Agency Clearance Requirements may require up to a 10 year background investigation - US Citizenship (clearable) is required.

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201-500 employees

Website

Company Overview

New Planet Technologies, Inc. provides turn key systems for real time shipment tracking and logistics management.

Benefits

Group Health Plans
Flex Spending Account
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
401K
Short Term/Long Term Disability Plans
MetLife Workplace Voluntary Employee Paid Benefits
MetLife Legal Plan
Verizon Wireless Phone Plan Discounts
Smart Dollar Program
Pet Insurance

Company Core Values

Trust - Trust is the cornerstone of everything we do. We strive to establish trust early in our relationships by negotiating with integrity and with a goal of delivering on time, every time. Doing the right thing for our customers will provide long-term benefit for Planet and our business relationships.
Creativity - We encourage and support our people to evaluate fresh approaches to business challenges and to offer our clients innovation and creative possibilities.
Evolve and Grow - We desire that our employees take personal ownership in their projects, learn new concepts, mentor, and apply their skills cross-functionally. We want our employees to become leading professionals in their areas of focus and provide the opportunities to do so.
Quality - We make certain that our clients are elated with our support and conduct regular surveys to measure our performance. Exceeding client expectations is a goal we set for every engagement. In support of this, we regularly recognize teams and individuals at Planet for raising the bar and making a difference.