Communications Program Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

Program ManagerThis role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead multi-functional programs through the development and implementation lifecycle. This role has a direct impact on the delivery of HPE products and services by managing schedules, budgets, and cross-company communications. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert who exercises significant independent judgment, partners across technical and functional teams, and mentors less experienced staff. The preferred candidate brings a strong blend of technical acumen, leadership capability, and program management expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead programs involving multiple functions and project teams to drive engineering development and implementation for product or service offerings.
• Develop and direct schedules, critical deliverables, budgets, and resource allocation plans for assigned programs.
• Oversee activities of supporting project teams and internal development partners, adjusting schedules and resources based on analysis of business information to meet product requirements.
• Communicate program progress, escalations, and issue analysis to product stakeholders; collaborate with management and internal partners to resolve escalated issues and ensure adherence to budgets and roadmaps.
• Drive innovation and integration of new technologies and quality initiatives into projects within the manufacturing and engineering organization.
• Provide guidance, leadership, and mentoring to less experienced staff members.
• Engage with external parties such as standards bodies and partners as needed to support program objectives.
• Drive global security and compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
• Typically, 6+ years of relevant program or project management experience.
• PMP/PMI certification preferred.
• Flexible working hours and schedule to coordinate across global teams.
• Demonstrated success managing all aspects of programs, including scope, schedule, budget, and cross-functional resource coordination.
• Proven ability to communicate program plans, proposals, and results and negotiate options at senior management levels.
• Experience working with internal manufacturing and development partners in a matrixed environment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive experience with project and program planning tools and software packages to create, manage, and track project results.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to translate technical requirements into actionable program plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Familiarity with engineering development processes, product lifecycle management, and quality frameworks.

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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_04"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 111,000 - 211,000 in Colorado // 120,000 - 228,000 in Massachusetts // 120,000 - 243,000 in California // 105,500 - 243,000 in Georgia & Minnesota & New Jersey & North Carolina & Texas & Wisconsin
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."

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The estimated job application period closure is November 30 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.

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