Program Manager III

Job Summary
Our client, a leading organization in the transportation industry, is seeking a Program Manager III to join their team. This role is responsible for driving integrated program planning, governance, executive reporting, and cross-functional coordination across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate will have extensive program management experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to translate complex project information into executive-ready presentations and status reporting.

• Contract Type: Contract (30 weeks, with potential extension)
• Work Location: Remote (Chicago-based assignment)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
• Travel: None anticipated

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an integrated master program plan, including milestones, dependencies, critical path activities, and cross-functional handoffs
• Establish and manage program risk and issue registers, including mitigation planning, ownership tracking, and escalation processes
• Consolidate updates from multiple workstreams into executive-level status reports and dashboards
• Standardize reporting metrics, templates, governance routines, and program documentation across teams
• Identify and manage cross-workstream dependencies, execution risks, and timeline impacts while driving issue resolution
• Create executive-ready PowerPoint presentations and leadership materials for weekly reviews, governance meetings, and steering committees
• Facilitate governance forums by coordinating agendas, tracking action items, documenting decisions, and ensuring follow-through

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• 7+ years of program management, PMO, or portfolio management experience within complex, cross-functional environments
• Experience building and managing integrated program plans across multiple workstreams
• Strong expertise in program governance, risk management, issue tracking, dependency management, and escalation processes
• Advanced PowerPoint skills with experience developing executive-level presentations and reporting materials
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership and executive stakeholders
• Experience consolidating large volumes of project information into concise executive summaries and status reports
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• PMP certification or similar project/program management certification
• Cybersecurity-related certifications or experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives
• Experience facilitating Steering Committees (SteerCos), executive reviews, or governance forums
• Experience supporting enterprise-wide transformation programs or strategic initiatives
• Experience working within large, highly matrixed organizations
• Familiarity with AI-powered productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude, or similar technologies for meeting documentation and action tracking
• Experience standardizing reporting frameworks, governance processes, and performance metrics across multiple teams

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Highly structured and disciplined approach to managing complex programs and competing priorities
• Strong business judgment with the ability to distill complex information into actionable executive insights
• Proactive and accountable, with the ability to drive follow-up and resolution across stakeholders
• Effective relationship builder capable of influencing and coordinating across cross-functional teams
• Polished communicator with strong executive presence and presentation capabilities

Work Environment

• Location: Remote (Chicago-based assignment)
• Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $55.00 and $65.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401(k) Offered

About KellyMitchell 
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