Data Program Manager - Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)
Sid K
Hi Folks,
My client is looking for Data Program Manager for 10 Month Contract role based in Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)
Position: Data Program Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)
Duration: 10 Month Contract
Rate: $60/hr. on C2C (Max)
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Strategy
• Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise data platform programs from strategy through execution and operationalization.
• Define program vision, roadmap, milestones, KPIs, and success metrics aligned to business objectives.
• Drive alignment between business priorities and technical execution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Data Engineering, Architecture, Analytics, IT, Security, Compliance, and Business stakeholders.
• Manage interdependencies across multiple projects, workstreams, and teams.
• Coordinate and oversee multiple project managers supporting various program tracks.
Planning & Execution
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Implement risk mitigation and dependency management strategies.
• Track KPIs and performance metrics to ensure value realization.
Governance, Compliance & Quality
• Ensure adherence to data governance, security, compliance, and regulatory standards, especially within biosciences / GxP environments.
• Manage change controls and ensure GxP validation documentation and processes are followed.
• Support audits and compliance reviews where required.
Executive Communication & Reporting
• Facilitate executive steering committees.
• Provide clear, concise, and actionable program updates to senior leadership.
• Translate complex technical concepts into business-focused insights.
Vendor & Financial Management
• Support vendor evaluation, selection, and management.
• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and budget tracking.
Delivery Excellence
• Champion best practices in Agile, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement across program execution practices.
• Lead change management initiatives to support organizational adoption.
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Required Qualifications
• 10–15+ years of overall experience, with:
o At least 7–10 years in program/project management
o Minimum 5+ years leading enterprise data or analytics platform programs
• 5+ years of proven experience delivering large-scale data transformation initiatives.
• 5+ years of strong experience working in regulated environments (GxP experience highly preferred).
• Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent workstreams and project managers.
• Experience working with enterprise systems such as SAP and modern data platforms (cloud-based platforms preferred).
• Strong knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security standards.
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Key Skills & Competencies
• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
• Executive-level stakeholder management and communication
• Strong leadership and team facilitation capabilities
• Risk and dependency management expertise
• Financial planning and budget oversight
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language
• Organizational change management and influence
• Agile, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodology expertise
Thanks
Sid