Program Manager

Join Our Team as a Program Manager at Nerdery!

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering exceptional client outcomes? At Nerdery, we are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and drive the delivery of our client projects. If you excel in project management, have a knack for problem-solving, and are committed to achieving sustained profitability, we want to hear from you!

About Nerdery

Nerdery is a premier digital consultancy dedicated to transforming the way our clients do business. We work closely with our clients to craft innovative solutions that drive measurable results. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer success.

What You'll Do

As a Program Manager at Nerdery, you will:

• Lead and Deliver: Oversee and drive delivery work for our clients through effective management of large projects, ensuring quality and timely outcomes.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders to create and execute delivery plans that address business requirements.
• Optimize and Solve: Identify and solve technical issues, manage internal processes, and maintain delivery financials to ensure profitability and client satisfaction.
• Advise and Influence: Build strong relationships with client stakeholders, share insights to influence capability development, and support strategic account managers.
• Mentor and Grow: Coach and mentor direct reports, oversee new employee onboarding, and provide career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery plans and outcomes for client projects.
• Oversee scope and quality of deliverables directly or through project managers.
• Estimate and define delivery approaches for large programs, including resource planning.
• Proactively solve technical issues and provide program management support.
• Manage internal processes using tools like OpenAir, JIRA, and Confluence.
• Handle delivery financials, ensuring service time, margin, and profitability.
• Develop an understanding of Nerdery's capabilities and services.
• Share client insights with practice leaders to shape capability refinement.
• Support account managers in shaping engagements and delivery strategies.
• Coach and mentor direct reports, providing performance management and career development.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in program/project management.
• 2+ years of experience in consulting, agency, or client-based environments.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on operational and financial excellence.
• Understanding of digital technologies and user experience methodologies.
• Experience managing multiple parallel projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with high-level client business processes and goals.

Why Nerdery?

At Nerdery, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions make a real impact. We are committed to your professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to driving innovation and delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Are We the Right Fit For You?

The best way to get the scoop on whether Nerdery is the right place for you is to chat with current Nerds. We would be delighted to have a conversation with you and share insight into what it’s really like to work at our organization and if it’s a place where you can thrive. Our interview process will provide you ample opportunity to talk with other team members and assess whether the role is a good fit for your next chapter. Take the first step and apply today – our Talent Advocates will then reach out to you to get the ball rolling!

Must be legally authorized to work within the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nerdery is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws. Nerdery strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), pregnancy, marital status, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All employees, other workers and representatives of Nerdery are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. Nerdery will ensure that all employment practices are free of such discrimination. Such employment practices include, but are not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, selection, layoff, disciplinary action, termination, compensation, benefits, selection for training, including apprenticeship and other terms and conditions of employment. Nerdery will also provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities pursuant to all applicable laws.