Program/Project Manager

Who we are

Sol is a consulting and talent services firm that partners with clients to plan and execute technology transformations and other critical business strategies. We deliver advisory services, source top-tier talent to drive initiatives forward, and help staff our clients’ ongoing operations with precision and care. Our expertise spans technology and digital project portfolios across media and entertainment, financial services, healthcare, retail/consumer, and the government sector, with an emerging presence in the energy/industrial markets. 

At Sol, we seamlessly integrate into clients’ existing teams and projects, helping to solve complex business and operational challenges. Cross-functional collaboration and clear communication are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be our clients’ partners in progress — helping them reach their goals at the Speed of Light (Sol).

Our Talent Philosophy

We are building an international talent network of seasoned practitioners who have proven themselves in previous industry or consulting roles. We seek individuals who are self-starters and independent workers, able to perform in roles ranging from on-site to remote. As a widely dispersed team mixing full-time employees with contractors, Sol’s cultural programming and initiatives are designed to foster connection and engagement. Our ethos also embraces community service, personal health, and sustainability among our workforce.

• Skills & Experience : Proven capability of delivering on the project scope, and possessing industry experience when necessary 

• Ownership Mindset : Able to work independently, without layers of supervision, and to look for opportunities to add unexpected value for the client 

• Clear Communication : Collaborate effortlessly with fellow Sol staff and client colleagues alike 

• Empathy and EQ : Put on the client’s hat and adopt the client’s goals as our own 

• Adaptability : Quickly onboard new projects, industries, and teams, and match new client operating models and workplace cultures 

• Agility : Fast learners and diligent workers who enable our Speed of Light delivery 

• Curiosity : Individuals who continuously build their capabilities and knowledge base, and actively seek opportunities for clients 

• Hybrid-Work Proficiency : Demonstrated ability to stay synced and on task remotely, in-person/on-site, or in “hybrid” workplace environments 

• Integrity : Communicating openly and truthfully with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, even when the truth is difficult. Following through on commitments, meeting obligations, and taking responsibility for actions and decisions 

• Entrepreneurial Mindset : Our best people act like small business owners, looking to develop lasting client relationships. They help clients anticipate and solve emerging problems and grow their revenues. At the top levels, you use this mindset to help us generate new business. 

What you’ll do at Sol:

• Manage the successful implementation and delivery of complex projects across a large ecosystem and role matrix 

• Possess the ability to influence stakeholders and interact with executive-level leaders and partners; establish and maintain key relationships with relevant stakeholders across different functional groups 

• Set-up, schedule, and facilitate kick-off meetings, on-going project status communications, and scrum cadences 

• Analyze project requirements, prepare budgets and schedules; develop a business case for project initiation 

• Build and maintain project plan, budget, risk & issues log, document repository and project health and status reports 

• Facilitate project escalations and decisions with relevant stakeholders as needed 

• Establish strong relationships with team, stakeholders and leadership – manage individuals on project team to ensure timely completion of tasks 

• Anticipate and help resolve problems, bottlenecks, and/or scheduling conflicts to ensure project deliverables remain on-time and on-budget 

• Collaborate and coordinate with third-party vendors as needed 

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including technical and non-technical stakeholders, to drive project alignment and execution

• Apply strong foundational project management skills to lead diverse project types, adapting to varying team structures, domains, and delivery methodologies

Additional Responsibilities – Program Manager

• Oversee and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously 

• Host process optimization and best practices workshops across the program team 

• Conduct employee reviews in collaboration with our People Team 

• Participate in recruiting and hiring to fulfill program needs

What we’re looking for: 

• 5+ years in project management, consulting and/or relevant industry (8+ years for program managers ) 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 

• Strong proficiency Project Management tools including MS Project & Visio 

• Strong analytical and communication skills 

• Experience with JIRA, Smartsheets, Airtable ServiceNow, or relevant Project Management tools 

• Strong understanding of Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies and their application in project delivery 

• Strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite / Teams / 365, including PowerPoint and Excel, with advanced analytical and communication skills via Office/Teams/365. 

• Ability to speak comfortably in front of an executive audience and lead productive and pointed meetings among stakeholders 

• Ability to quickly adopt potential client workplace communications and productivity platforms (e.g. Zoom, Slack, Google Workspace, etc.)