Project/Program Manager

Job - Program ManagerPROGRAM AND CUSTOMER LEADERSHIPOwn program outcomes against schedule (on time), cost (on budget), and scope (on spec) while looking ahead to minimize future program riskServe as the primary point of contact and internal advocate for assigned customer accounts, building trusted relationships that support long term account growthLead customer facing program reviews, providing clear and accurate status on deliverables, open issues, and risksManage new program launches from quote through first article and into steady state production, ensuring a smooth transition at each phaseTranslate customer requirements into internal action plans that align engineering, quality, and production prioritiesCROSS-FUNCTIONAL PROGRAM EXECUTIONInterface daily with engineering, quality, production planning, procurement, and shop floor leadership to keep assigned programs movingCoordinate engineering changes, first article inspections, and corrective actions with the appropriate functional ownersPartner with production planning and scheduling to align capacity, tooling, and material availability to program timelinesSupport supplier and vendor coordination for outsourced processes, purchased components, and outside servicesRepresent program needs and constraints in internal operations reviews and capacity planning discussionsTravel to the Bonham facility approximately one to two days per week, depending on assigned program, to maintain direct visibility into production and cross-site coordinationSCHEDULE, COST, AND RISK MANAGEMENTMaintain program schedules, action item logs, and open issue trackers, keeping cross-functional teams and customers alignedMonitor program cost performance against budget, escalating and resolving variances before they affect deliveryIdentify program risks early and drive mitigation plans in partnership with engineering and operations leadershipTrack and report key program metrics, including on-time delivery, quality performance, and cost, to leadershipMaintain documentation discipline appropriate to regulated or compliance-driven customer requirementsWhat You BringBachelor's degree and 5 or more years of demonstrable program or project management performance in a relevant fieldDirect experience with physical product development, product testing, or manufacturing new product introductionAbility to lead technical program execution from within a cross-functional team, without formal authority over every function involvedExperience with regulated, compliance-driven, or documentation-heavy product environments, such as aerospace, defense, or medical device manufacturing, is a plusComfortable operating in both a startup and corporate format to match the needs of a diverse customer baseAbility to operate in a fast growing, fast moving company with evolving tools and processesCustomer-facing professionalism suitable for serving as a program-level point of contactDetail oriented, organized, and disciplined in follow through on schedules, action items, and deliverablesWorking knowledge of ERP or MRP systems used for production scheduling and program tracking is a plusPMP certification or equivalent program management training is a plusJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plano, TX.Pay And BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $48.08 - $51.71/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Plano,TX.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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