IT Program Manager IV

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated IT Program Manager opportunity in Richmond VA.

Position Title: IT Program Manager

Location: Richmond VA

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

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

Expected Duration: 12+ months

Job Type: FULL TIME, CONTRACT, ONSITE

Pay Range: $60/hr -$65/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due the 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.).

Requirements:

End to end project execution

PMP Certification

Job Description

• Proven track record as an experienced project manager directly managing the delivery of solutions -Experience driving end-to-end delivery across large and complex project efforts ensuring all people, process, and technology deliverables are managed on time and with high quality
• Ability to manage project budget and financials (project budgets will typically range from $1-$5MM); resource will own monthly project forecasting deliverables -Experience providing project updates and leading discussions with senior Technology and LOB partners; demonstrates ability to communicate and adjust level of detail and messaging based on audience
• Demonstrates strong competence with core project management tools and processes used at Bank of America within Global Technology, specifically around enterprise change management requirements (this role will own all governance and updates across project execution and financials)
• Self-starter, requiring minimal direction and takes ownership of the assignment and drive it to completion, while also partnering with resources in a matrixed environment

Required Skills:

• Proven track record as a capable project manager -Experience leading Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid projects
• Experience with delivering Global Technology -PMP certification
• Education/Certification Preferences: PMP, SCRUM, or similar certifications preferred.
• Characteristics of a top performer: Self-motivated, an effective communicator, have attention to detail, and efficient time management
• Project Details: This resource will work on programs within the Enterprise Strategic Data Portfolio. This work supports initiatives directly sponsored by senior executive leadership

• Serves as single point of accountability for end to end project execution across people, process, and technology dimensions (projects may range from $1mm-$5mm depending on size and complexity) -Owns project governance including forecasting and financials, managing a large project budget across multiple service provider teams; ensures on budget performance (+/- 1%)
• Leads project work group meetings and owns regular status communications to stakeholders; will interact with a wide variety of stakeholders including senior business partners -Ensures all project deliverables are managed on time and with high quality
• Owns all project system of record updates and team adherence to enterprise change standards -Keeps project team focused on delivering critical requirements (Minimum Viable Product) and scope; escalates items that are change controls and/or should be deferred to later phases of work
• Escalates and drives resolution of key project risks to ensure projects meet their intended objectives and deliver on time
• Applies proactive upfront planning to drive predictable project execution with no major surprises or unexpected headwinds
• Ensures all project objectives are successfully achieved with appropriate measurement and traceability in place to confirm
• Strong Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

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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