Lead Program Manager

Beacon Technologies is seeking a Lead Program Manager for our client partner. This is a hybrid role (3 times / week from Madison, WI office). Relocation expenses provided. Lead Program Manager for development and construction of Liquid Natural Gas Facility (LNG). As Lead Program Manager you will be responsible for managing the development, construction and transition to operation of the LNG facility utilizing the Program and Project Management methodology and processes. This position will be responsible for leading the project team, risk management, coordinating with Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor, Owner’s Engineer (OE), Engineer of Record (EOR), and other project stakeholders.

Accountabilities :

These accountabilities are not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and does not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees assigned to this job.

• Understands and utilizes the project management methodologies and processes (based on PMI Standards) for project delivery to achieve scope, schedule and cost objectives while effectively managing risks that have the potential to affect project deliverables.
• Supports program and project governance reviews.
• Determines specific business needs and deliverables of a project, and utilizing project management tools, establishes and manages the costs, resources, performance measurements, timeline, and project deliverables required to complete the project and meet the expected project outcome. May be responsible for performing a cost / benefit analysis of the project and ensuring feasibility.
• Determines appropriate project resource and staffing skillsets, including determining the level of expertise needed to complete a project while assessing strategies that can be made to reduce the overall project risk factor.
• Manages applicable project contracts in conjunction with sourcing personnel. Prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluates responses, participates in negotiations, interprets contract language, and handles finances. Ensures that the work is completed to specifications and is on schedule as specified in the contract.
• Responsible for development and execution of communication and stakeholder management plans related to projects, including the development and reporting of project status, risks and progress to stakeholders in an agreed to format, frequency, material content, and audience of the communications.
• Ensures training needs are met for project team members and users of project.
• Upon completion of projects, ensures operational teams are properly trained, work orders pertaining to the project are closed, all related finance charges are handled, team members are reassigned, documentation is in order, and a smooth transition of deliverables occurs.
• Understands and utilizes organizational change management methodology within the context of project management.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Performs work under the direct supervision of a manager or director.

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About Beacon Technologies :

Are you looking to advance your career in information technology? Beacon Technologies offers career advancement opportunities, extensive training, and excellent benefits including paying for health and dental premiums for salaried employees. In addition to providing interesting opportunities, Beacon Technologies provides that old fashioned, personal touch, so you feel like a part of the Beacon team.

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