Program Manager
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Program Manager – Estimation to lead project and program-level estimation efforts across large-scale initiatives. This role will be responsible for developing accurate and consistent estimation frameworks that support business planning, resource allocation, and delivery success. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure estimates are realistic, traceable, and aligned with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own and drive the end-to-end estimation process for large, cross-functional programs, from initial scoping through to final approval.
* Develop standardized estimation models, templates, and tools to improve forecast accuracy and repeatability.
* Work closely with engineering, product, finance, and delivery teams to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and create data-backed estimates.
* Maintain a repository of historical project data to inform future estimation efforts and improve forecasting accuracy.
* Facilitate estimation workshops, reviews, and iterative planning cycles.
* Monitor estimation accuracy across the project lifecycle and recommend adjustments based on actual performance vs. estimates.
* Support business case development with cost, resource, and timeline projections.
* Identify estimation risks and communicate uncertainty and confidence levels to stakeholders.
* Assist in building a center of excellence for estimation best practices and tools.
Required Qualifications:
* 8+ years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, or Solution Delivery with a strong focus on estimation practices.
* Proven experience with estimation frameworks and techniques (e.g., bottom-up, top-down, three-point estimation, function point analysis).
* Experience managing estimation across technology-driven programs, ideally in Agile or hybrid environments.
* Strong financial acumen and understanding of project budgeting and cost forecasting.
* Proficient in tools such as Excel, Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar project planning and estimation tools.
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills; able to bridge technical and business conversations effectively.
* Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Familiarity with estimation in cloud, martech, or data platform environments.
* PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification.
* Background in consulting, professional services, or PMO operations is a plus.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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