Please Contact: To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Bhupendra Chopade at email address can be reached on # . We have Permanent role Principal IT Program Manager-Hybrid for our client at King of Prussia, PA. Please let me know if you or any of your friends would be interested in this position. Position Details: Principal IT Program Manager-Hybrid- King of Prussia, PA Location : King of Prussia, PA 19406 - Hybrid Project Duration : 6+ months of contract Pay rate : $60 to $90 an hour on W2 Job Summary We are seeking a highly accomplished Principal IT Program Manager to lead enterprise-scale technology programs that drive transformational business outcomes.This executive-level role demands 15–20+ years of progressive experience in program management, with a proven ability to orchestrate complex initiatives, manage cross-functional stakeholder ecosystems, and align technical delivery with strategic business goals.The ideal candidate will leverage established governance frameworks while ensuring end-to-end success across portfolios valued at $25M–$100M+, providing strategic leadership across distributed teams and multifaceted organizational structures.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Portfolio Leadership & GovernanceDirect 10–15+ concurrent projects within large-scale portfolios, managing interdependencies across business units.Apply and evolve governance frameworks to ensure alignment, transparency, and cohesion across enterprise initiatives.Define and maintain program-level RACI matrices and escalation protocols impacting 1,000+ end users.Optimize resource allocation across project teams to maximize portfolio efficiency and strategic alignment.Strategic Budgeting & Financial OversightOversee portfolios ranging from $25M to $100M+, ensuring fiscal discipline across multi-year transformations.Develop and manage complex budget strategies aligned with shifting organizational priorities.Lead business case development for initiatives exceeding $50M, including ROI modeling and executive presentations.Provide financial oversight, variance analysis, and contingency planning with regular C-suite reporting.Advanced Resource Planning & UtilizationBuild and maintain long-range resource forecasting models for 3–5 year strategic programs.Monitor and optimize utilization across 50–100+ team members within matrixed environments.Assess resource constraints and their impact on delivery timelines and transformation goals.Lead capacity planning for shared enterprise resources and forecast future skill requirements.Executive Stakeholder Engagement & AlignmentEnsure strategic alignment across C-level sponsors and maintain consistent executive messaging.Facilitate board-level presentations and governance sessions for program updates and decisions.Resolve conflicting priorities across divisions and maintain executive commitment throughout program lifecycles.Provide strategic benefit realization updates and escalate enterprise-level conflicts as needed.Benefits Realization & Strategic Value DeliveryLead post-implementation benefit tracking across all enterprise initiatives.Validate ROI and strategic value delivery against original business cases and evolving market conditions.Coordinate benefit realization across impacted business areas and communicate progress to stakeholders.Executive Communications & ReportingDevelop executive dashboards and strategic reporting tools for C-level visibility.Lead communication strategies across 200+ stakeholders and multiple organizational tiers.Present program status, risks, and strategic insights to executive committees and governance bodies.
Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Preferred Qualification: 1. PM Team Leadership Experience Explicit requirement: "Provide guidance and mentorship to project managers and business analysts across the program portfolio"Why critical: This role coordinates 3-7 PMs managing individual projectsWhat to look for: Candidate must clearly articulate managing multiple PMs, not just work stream leads 2. Portfolio-Level Program Management (3-7 Projects) Explicit requirement: "Oversee 3-7 related projects within a program portfolio, coordinating interdependencies"Why critical: Core function of the roleWhat to look for: Evidence of managing multiple concurrent projects with cross-dependencies 3. Budget Management ($10-50MM) Explicit requirement: "Managing program portfolios in the $10-50MM range"Why critical: Financial accountability at scaleWhat to look for: Specific dollar amounts or enterprise-scale program evidence 4. Resource Forecasting & Utilization Management Explicit requirement: "Develop and maintain comprehensive resource forecasting models"Why critical: Listed as major responsibility sectionWhat to look for: Forecasting methodologies, capacity planning, variance analysis 5. Spend Tracking & Effort Management Explicit requirement: "Track and monitor project-level spending and effort allocation"Why critical: Dedicated responsibility sectionWhat to look for: Effort tracking systems, spend variance analysis, contractor/vendor spend monitoring 6. Cross-Team Coordination Explicit requirement: "Facilitate alignment between business teams and technical teams"Why critical: Matrix organization requirementWhat to look for: Evidence of breaking down silos, coordinating across business units 7. Stakeholder Management Across Organizational Levels Explicit requirement: "Adapt communication style...for diverse audiences ranging from project teams to business management"Why critical: Reports to IT Director, interfaces with executives and line staffWhat to look for: Evidence of executive presentations AND technical team coordination 8. Program Governance & RACI Experience Explicit requirement: "Utilize existing program governance framework" and "Establish...portfolio-level RACI matrices"Why critical: Must work within your established frameworksWhat to look for: RACI/DACI experience, governance processes, escalation paths 9. 8-12+ Years Progressive Program Management Explicit requirement: Education and Experience sectionWhy critical: Experience thresholdWhat to look for: Career progression showing increasing responsibility 10. Enterprise Application/Integration Experience Explicit requirement: "Minimum 5 years managing enterprise application programs, system integrations"Why critical: Your environment (D365 CRM, call center systems, integrations)What to look for: ERP, CRM, or enterprise platform implementations 11. Risk & Issue Management (RAID) Explicit requirement: "Develop and maintain program-level risk registers and issue tracking systems"Why critical: Dedicated responsibility sectionWhat to look for: RAID methodology, risk mitigation strategies 12. Portfolio Reporting & Dashboards Explicit requirement: "Develop and maintain comprehensive portfolio status reports" and "Create management-level portfolio dashboards"Why critical: Dedicated responsibility section with team AND management reportingWhat to look for: Multi-level reporting systems, portfolio dashboards, PMO reporting What are the nice to have for this role? 1.
Benefits Realization Management Status: Major responsibility section BUT common gap in candidatesWhy nice-to-have: Can be developed; methodology-drivenWhat to look for: Post-implementation value tracking, ROI measurement 2. PgMP or Advanced Certification Status: Preferred QualificationsWhy nice-to-have: Demonstrates commitment but not requiredWhat to look for: PgMP, PfMP, or equivalent advanced credential 3. Master's Degree Status: Preferred QualificationsWhy nice-to-have: Experience can substituteWhat to look for: MBA, MS in Technology Management 4. Digital Transformation Experience Status: Preferred QualificationsWhy nice-to-have: Your AI exploration focusWhat to look for: Emerging technology adoption, innovation programs 5. Change Management Expertise Status: Preferred QualificationsWhy nice-to-have: Supports adoption but not core functionWhat to look for: OCM methodologies, stakeholder buy-in strategies 6. Call Center/CX Technology Experience Status: Implied by your organization focus, not explicit in JDWhy nice-to-have: Domain knowledge is helpful but candidate can learnWhat to look for: Contact center platforms, CRM, digital engagement tools 7. Agile + Waterfall Experience Status: Required Qualifications mentions "both waterfall and agile"Why nice-to-have: Most enterprise PMs have hybrid experience nowWhat to look for: Agile program management, hybrid delivery 8. Portfolio Management Tools Status: Preferred QualificationsWhy nice-to-have: Tools can be learnedWhat to look for: Clarity PPM, Service Now PPM, Plan view, Jira Align 9. Distributed Team Management Status: Required in Leadership sectionWhy nice-to-have: Common in post-COVID eraWhat to look for: Multi-time zone coordination, remote team leadership 10. Utility/Regulated Industry Experience Status: Not mentioned but relevant to ClientsWhy nice-to-have: Understanding of compliance environmentsWhat to look for: Utility, energy, or regulated industry background To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Bhupendra Chopade at email address can be reached on # . About generis tek : generis tek is a boutique it/professional staffing based in Chicago land. We offer both contingent labor & permanent placement services to several fortune 500 clients nationwide. Our philosophy is based on delivering long-term value and build lasting relationships with our clients, consultants and employees. Our fundamental success lies in understanding our clients' specific needs and working very closely with our consultants to create a right fit for both sides. We aspire to be our client has most trusted business partner.