Professional Services Program Manager: 24
Akraya
- Plano, TX
- $70.00-75.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Contract Type: W2
Location: Plano, TX, Remote
Duration: 6 - 7 Months (possible extension)
Pay Range:$70 - $75 per hourNOTE: Role opens to Women Back to Work candidates with a career gapTALK to a recruiter NOW: CONTACT Urvashi at (408) 512-2796Grow your skills by working with the best in the industry.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are seeking a Professional Services Program Manager to lead and deliver services programs and projects efficiently, ensuring all aspects are completed on-time and within budget. This role involves driving customer deployment programs, managing project timelines, resources, and operational projects with a focus on new services IP delivery and partner communications. The ideal candidate will work closely with IT on systems and infrastructure processes to achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Develop and oversee project timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with technical and business resources.
- Build and execute project work plans, adjusting to meet changing requirements.
- Assign responsibilities and tasks to team members, managing day-to-day operational aspects of projects.
- Implement Palo Alto Networks Project Management methodology to minimize risk and ensure project standards.
- Provide executive dashboards on project/program status and mentor junior project managers and coordinators.
- Strong proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, SmartSheets).
- Excellent presentation and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines; strong interpersonal skills for collaboration across departments.
- This remote position offers the opportunity to lead dynamic projects and contribute significantly to our service delivery cycle, without the need for a desk at our office, prioritizing flexibility and efficiency
"Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a positive work environment. Voted the #1 Best Place to Work in Silicon Valley (2023) and a Glassdoor Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022), Akraya prioritizes a culture of inclusivity and fosters a sense of belonging for all team members. We are staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, and our industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. Let us lead you to your dream career, join Akraya today!"