Date Posted : 10 / 10 / 2025
Hiring Organization : Rose International
Position Number : 489871
Industry : Utility
Job Title : Program Manager (Expert - Lean Maturity & Waste Elimination)
Job Location : Oakland, CA, USA, 94612
Work Model : Hybrid
Work Model Details : Hybrid work schedule.
Shift : Standard work week - 8 hours per day, 5 days per week
Employment Type : Permanent
FT / PT : Full-Time
Min Hourly Rate ($) : 60.00
Max Hourly Rate ($) : 80.00
Must Have Skills / Attributes : Problem Management, Project Management, Safe
Experience Desired : Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware (5+ yrs); Safe Lean Portfolio Management (5+ yrs); PMP from PMI certifications (5+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education : Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Education : Master’s Degree
Preferred Certifications / Licenses : PMP from PMI, SAFe Agilist, SAFe Lean Portfolio Management
Job Description
Only qualified Program Manager candidates local to the Bay area / work location - Oakland, CA will be considered due to the assignment being hybrid and requiring an onsite presence on business needsMinimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceJob-related experience, 8 yearsAgile Coaching experienceProject Management experienceDesired :
Master's Degree in job-related discipline or equivalent experienceExperience in PPM Tool such as PlaniswarePMP from PMISAFe AgilistSAFe Lean Portfolio ManagementWe are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished IT Program Manager, Expert to lead and manage multiple programs across IT. This executive role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in delivering complex projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. You are adept in managing stakeholder expectations, fostering seamless cross-functional collaboration, and driven by a passion for innovative problem-solving.
Job Responsibilities :
Provide Agile Coaching across all levels—from delivery teams to senior leadership—to embed Agile principles, accelerate transformation, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and experimentation.Facilitate Agile maturity assessments and develop tailored coaching roadmaps to improve team performance, delivery flow, and collaboration.Mentor Agile roles (Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Release Train Engineers) to enhance capabilities in backlog management, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement.Design and deliver Agile workshops, training sessions, and Communities of Practice to build foundational knowledge and sustain Agile adoption.Use Agile metrics (e.g., velocity, cycle time, flow efficiency) and feedback loops to identify bottlenecks, optimize delivery, and support data-informed decision-making.Lead and coordinate complex IT programs and projects to ensure alignment with business and technology strategies, managing interdependencies, resources, and timely delivery of high-impact initiatives.Drive strategic planning and execution by setting clear goals, timelines, and performance metrics, while managing budgets to ensure financial stewardship and value-driven prioritization.Champion Value Management by aligning initiatives with enterprise strategy, prioritizing work based on customer and business value, and continuously evaluating value realization across portfolios.Implement Lean Portfolio Management practices to guide investment decisions using strategic objectives, capacity constraints, and value delivery metrics.Identify and mitigate risks through proactive risk management strategies, ensuring program resilience and stakeholder confidence.Foster cross-functional collaboration and lead high-performing teams to deliver solutions that meet business needs and customer expectations.Promote servant leadership, psychological safety, and innovation to empower teams and drive continuous improvement.Ensure robust project governance and compliance with internal audit requirements, maintaining accurate and accessible documentation (e.g., project plans, risk logs, status reports).Communicate regularly with stakeholders to ensure transparency, manage expectations, and align delivery with strategic goals.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.Experience in leading large scale complex programs to successful completionExcellent leadership, communication, and people skills.Proven ability to manage budgets and resources.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Ability to collaborate effectively and drive clarity in ambiguous situationsEnthusiastic and driven self-starter who consistently strives to achieve outstanding results.Purpose, Virtues and StandsOnly those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.Benefits :
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