Partner and manage across cross-functional teams to drive execution of large, complex, multifaceted initiatives.
Manage communications during complex program environment through communication planning, information distribution and performance reporting using formal program management practices.
Quickly identify and solve emerging problems; know when to escalate issues to move challenges forward and, when faced with ambiguity, step into the void to find solutions.
Keep management informed of key issues and changes which may impact expected business results.
Manage program risk through risk identification, quantification and control using formal program management practices.
Ensure that the program goals/milestones are met and budgets are in accordance with financial goals.
Manage time and program costs through activity duration, sequencing, estimating, schedule development and control, resource planning and cost estimating and budgeting and control using program management practices.
Leverage data to establish and track success criteria and metrics for assigned programs.
Execute within Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid operating environments.
Contribute to the ongoing improvement of firm wide best practices and execution protocols.
Generally, works without consulting their manager; independent decisions are made daily.
Provide coaching and mentoring to junior team members.

Possess 5+ years of direct experience with M&A activity.
Bachelor's degree in business administration or finance, or equivalent years’ experience.
Business travel of approximately 10 or less percent yearly is expected for this position.
5+ years’ experience with agile, SAFe 5.0, change management, program management, business, and leadership.

VP, Project Management

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