Program Manager

Robert Half’s enterprise client is seeking a highly capable Program Manager for a 100% remote 3-month contract with a high likelihood of extending and potential to convert to full-time. This role will support a high-impact, complex systems migration and modernization initiative. Will report directly to the lead Program Manager and play a critical part in driving execution across multiple workstreams during a period of significant organizational change.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments. You’ll help maintain program momentum, reduce execution risk, and support change adoption across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Ramp Up Quickly: Understand legacy systems, migration plans, and integration points to contribute meaningfully to technical discussions and planning.
• Data-Driven Insight: Analyze current vs. future-state systems to inform migration strategy, identify risks, and support decision-making.
• Program Execution: Coordinate end-to-end migration activities including data validation, testing, cutover readiness, and post-launch support.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Track deliverables, manage timelines, and ensure alignment across teams and time zones.
• Change Management: Support communications, build change champion networks, and monitor user adoption risks.
• Executive Communication: Prepare clear, concise updates, meeting notes, and documentation of decisions, risks, and open questions.
• Operational Support: Act as a secondary point of contact to remove blockers and keep workstreams moving forward.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional programs.
• 2+ years supporting Agile teams and practices.
• Strong foundation in project management best practices (risk management, WBS, stakeholder engagement, etc.).
• Proven ability to operate independently, manage ambiguity, and drive results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with people systems and operations teams.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with GitHub, Miro, and ticketing systems is a strong plus.
• Background in business analysis is highly desirable.

What Success Looks Like

• You can independently conduct gap analysis, create strategy documents, and deliver executive-ready presentations.
• You lead without authority, guiding cross-functional teams through change and ambiguity.
• You balance strategic thinking with tactical execution. Defining vision while managing day-to-day details.
• You adapt to different team cultures, build trust quickly, and communicate effectively to drive adoption.
• You’re comfortable working from whiteboards, building process maps, roadmaps, and timelines from scratch.