Carex is partnering with a energy industry leader to find a Lead Program Manager who will oversee the development, construction, and transition to operation of a Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) facility. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project using established program and project management methodologies. The Lead Program Manager will lead the project team, coordinate with key stakeholders, manage risk, and ensure successful execution.
Location: Hybrid (Madison, WI – 3 days per week in office)
Contract End Date: 12/31/2028
What You'll Do
- Utilize project management methodologies and processes to achieve scope, schedule, and cost objectives while effectively managing risks.
- Lead governance reviews for the program and project.
- Define business needs and deliverables, managing costs, resources, performance metrics, timelines, and overall project execution.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses and assess project feasibility.
- Identify and allocate appropriate project resources, ensuring required expertise is in place while implementing strategies to minimize risk.
- Manage project contracts in coordination with sourcing personnel, including preparing RFPs, evaluating responses, participating in negotiations, and overseeing contract execution.
- Ensure project work aligns with specifications, schedules, and contractual requirements.
- Develop and execute communication and stakeholder management plans, including regular status updates, risk assessments, and progress reports.
- Ensure appropriate training for project team members and end users.
- Facilitate a smooth project transition, including closing work orders, financial reconciliations, documentation finalization, and operational handover.
- Apply organizational change management principles within project execution.
- Utilize strong communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- 15+ years of experience in program or project management, overseeing multiple large-scale projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing LNG projects.
- Strong proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.
Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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