Program Manager

Program Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Program Manager remote opportunity.

Position Title: Program Manager

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: [FULL TIME] (>%3D40 HRS WEEKLY)], [CONTRACT], [REMOTE]

Pay Range: $65/hr to $70/hr on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Title: Program Manager

Location: Remote

Duration: 12 Months (Potential chances for extension)

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ESG and Sustainability Data Manager to oversee ESG data management and governance. This role is critical in driving our sustainability initiatives and ensuring that our data management practices align with our ESG goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data management, governance, and a passion for sustainability. The individual will also be responsible for engaging with stakeholders across the business group to improve data maturity and drive audit readiness, in addition to enabling data analysis and performance tracking towards sustainability commitments and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee ESG data management and governance within the CO+I Business Group.
• Develop and implement data management strategies to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Engage with stakeholders across the business group to improve data maturity and drive audit readiness.
• Enable data analysis and performance tracking towards sustainability commitments and regulatory requirements.
• Drive innovative approaches and data analysis to create actionable impact towards sustainability and ESG performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and sustainability experts, to define and execute data management plans.
• Ensure that all data management practices meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in data management, with a focus on sustainability and ESG data.
• Proven track record of managing complex data management projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainability and ESG principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in stakeholder management, project management and change management.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience leveraging data to garner actionable insights to drive actionable decisions.
• Experience with data modeling, data governance, and data security best practices.
• Familiarity with data analysis and data visualization tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Sustainability, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in the technology industry, particularly in a cloud computing environment.
• Experience with data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Certification in data management, change management or project management (e.g., CDMP, PMP).
• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact on the environment.

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience

Minimum 5+ years' experience with sustainability

Minimum 5+ years' experience with sustainability data sets and data analysis, with a focus on sustainability and ESG data.

Minimum 5+ years' experience with data visualization skills

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 240159 when responding to this ad.

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