| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Salary | $75–$80 Per Hour |
Program Manager
Information Systems
Project Manager
$ 75 - $ 80 / Hour
location_onChicago, Illinois
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Akkodis is seeking a Program Manager for a Contract job with a client in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience leading large-scale enterprise programs, managing cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives from concept through delivery.
Rate Range: $75/hour to $80/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Program Manager job responsibilities include:
Lead the full lifecycle management of large, complex programs spanning multiple business and technology organizations.
Develop and maintain program roadmaps, project plans, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
Partner with executive leadership and C-level stakeholders to communicate program status, risks, and strategic recommendations.
Define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and governance processes to ensure alignment with business goals.
Manage program budgets, resource allocation, staffing requirements, and financial reporting.
Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and proactively manage cross-functional dependencies.
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, executive presentations, and strategic planning sessions.
Oversee multiple concurrent projects to ensure alignment, resource optimization, and successful delivery.
Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required.
10+ years of experience managing large-scale programs and projects from initiation through implementation.
Strong experience with enterprise program management methodologies and governance frameworks.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and executive communications.
Strong financial management, budgeting, and resource planning experience.
Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing large enterprise digital transformation or IT modernization programs.
PMP, PgMP, Agile, or related project management certifications.
Experience working with third-party vendors, consultants, and distributed project teams.
Strong background in portfolio management and strategic planning.
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Nitish.Kumar2@akkodisgroup.com.
Pay Details: $75.00 to $80.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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