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LyondellBasell

Program Manager- CFV

Houston, TX · On-site

Come Join an Inclusive Team The Program Manager is responsible for leading large-scale, complex business transformations enabled by DT. This role provides end-to-end program leadership across ...

Bmt Inc

Program Manager - Energy

Houston, TX

The Program Manager will be expected to support their Program area and the broader regional team in achieving their targets through the following activities: Business Management. The incumbent will ...

Stewart

Enterprise Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

The Enterprise Program Manager partners with HR, business leaders, and external partners to drive role clarity and consistency across roles, organizational structures, and operating models. In ...

CSAT Solutions

Program Manager 2

Houston, TX · On-site

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Program Manager 2: Role and Responsibilities * Manages and delivers a variety of projects efficiently on or under budget including ...

CSAT Solutions

Program Manager 2

Houston, TX · On-site

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Program Manager 2: Role and Responsibilities * Manages and delivers a variety of projects efficiently on or under budget including ...

CSAT Solutions

Program Manager 2

Houston, TX · On-site

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Program Manager 2: Role and Responsibilities * Manages and delivers a variety of projects efficiently on or under budget including ...

LTM

Technical Program Manager

Richmond, TX · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

LTIM is a company focused on cloud transformational consulting projects, and they are seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee large-scale cloud migration projects. The role involves managing ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams, external stakeholders, and AECOM leadership to drive program execution, mitigate risks, and maintain ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams, external stakeholders, and AECOM leadership to drive program execution, mitigate risks, and maintain ...

Stewart

Enterprise Program Manager

Houston, TX

The Enterprise Program Manager partners with HR, business leaders, and external partners to drive role clarity and consistency across roles, organizational structures, and operating models. In ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams, external stakeholders, and AECOM leadership to drive program execution, mitigate risks, and maintain ...

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How do Manager Program Managers typically balance overseeing multiple projects while supporting their teams' development?

Manager Program Managers often juggle several large-scale initiatives simultaneously, which requires strong organizational skills and effective delegation. They regularly meet with project leads to monitor progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment with organizational goals, while also providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for their teams. Striking a balance between delivering results and fostering team growth involves transparent communication, setting clear expectations, and empowering team members to take ownership of their work.

What is a Program Manager?

A Program Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and coordinating multiple related projects within an organization to achieve strategic objectives. They manage the overall program, ensuring that individual projects align with business goals, stay on schedule, and meet budgetary requirements. Program Managers work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and executive leadership to address risks, allocate resources, and facilitate communication across teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Program Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Program Manager, you need strong leadership, project management expertise, and a background in business or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and PMP or similar certification. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira, as well as budgeting and reporting systems, is typically required. Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management are essential soft skills for overseeing complex programs and guiding teams. These competencies ensure effective program delivery, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to navigate challenges across multiple projects.

What is the difference between Manager Program Manager vs Project Manager?

AspectManager Program ManagerProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, PMP or PgMP certification often preferredUsually requires a bachelor's degree, PMP certification common
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects within a program, strategic focusManages individual projects, tactical focus
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech, finance, healthcare for large initiativesCommon across industries for specific project delivery

The main difference is that a Manager Program Manager oversees multiple related projects to achieve strategic goals, while a Project Manager focuses on managing a single project from start to finish. Program Managers have a broader scope, often coordinating teams and resources across projects, whereas Project Managers concentrate on delivering specific project outcomes on time and within budget.

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Program Manager- CFV

Lyondell Basell North America

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.
Come Join an Inclusive Team
The Program Manager is responsible for leading large-scale, complex business transformations enabled by DT. This role provides end-to-end program leadership across governance, planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring alignment between business stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and DT leadership. The first major program will be leading Connected for Value, a complex, multi-workstream technology initiative that will provide the digital backbone to enable new Trading business at LYB. Managing Connected for Value budget of $25M+ Opex and $85M+ in the next 5 years on the program. Directly and indirectly managing 10-50 FTE, including staff and vendors.
As a new Program Manager supporting the company's entry into the Trading business, this role will bring structure, requirement discipline, and integrated planning to a fast paced and highly engaged business environment. The Program Manager drives clarity, consistency, and predictability across all delivery teams and ensures that the Trading business receives coordinated, high quality technology capabilities critical to safe and efficient operations.
A Day in the Life
Program Leadership & Governance
  • Accountable for integrated program outcomes across multiple DT domains.
  • Lead the planning, execution, governance, and delivery of a complex multi workstream program, ensuring alignment to DT methodologies, Stage Gate processes, and PMO standards.
  • Establish consistent program level structure, escalation paths, decision forums, and reporting to ensure clarity and accountability across all teams.
  • Define and maintain the integrated program roadmap, ensuring alignment between business priorities, technical feasibility, and resource availability.
  • Partner and collaborate with the Business Interface Trading Director to establish a one-team mindset and approach.

Requirement Management & Business Alignment
  • Establish thorough processes for gathering requirements, setting priorities, and managing changes to make sure the evolving needs of the Trading business are properly captured, reviewed, and overseen by the Business Interface Director and Business Analysts.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Business Interface (BI) and DT delivery teams to ensure program goals, requirements, and scope remain aligned. Support the BI Director with Trading business stakeholders as needed.
  • Facilitate cross functional workshops to ensure requirements translate into actionable technical deliverables.

Risk, Dependency & Issue Management
  • Proactively identify, track, and resolve risks, dependencies, and issues across all workstreams.
  • Ensure risks are escalated with clear mitigation plans and that decisions are made with full transparency to DT and business leadership.

Program Delivery Excellence
  • Lead integrated planning across multiple DT teams including Architecture, Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, ERP, and vendors.
  • Ensure timely, high-quality deliverables by coordinating across PMs, SMEs, technical leads, and business stakeholders.
  • Monitor scope, budget, schedule, and resource utilization at the program level, ensuring early detection of deviations and corrective actions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Provide consistent and structured communication to executives, business partners, DT leadership, and program stakeholders.
  • Prepare program level dashboards, status reports, and communications that provide clear insights into progress, risks, and upcoming decisions.
  • Facilitate executive steering committee meetings, ensuring timely preparation of materials and alignment across business and DT leaders.

Vendor & Resource Management
  • Coordinate vendors and external partners across all workstreams, ensuring alignment to Statements of Work (SOWs), deliverables, and performance expectations.
  • Partner with DT leadership to forecast resource needs, plan capacity across PMs and technical teams, and ensure teams are staffed appropriately for program success.

You Bring This Value
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred.
  • 15+ years of project and program management experience delivering large, complex technology initiatives across multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Required: Experience leading large, complex, multi-team technology programs in fast-moving business environments
  • Required: Experience in Energy, Trading, Commodities, or New Business / M&A technology stand-up
  • Technical & Professional Skills
  • Strong understanding of enterprise technology delivery, integration patterns, and cross functional dependencies.
  • Proficiency with project governance frameworks, Stage Gate processes, and portfolio management practices.
  • Ability to drive disciplined requirement management and structured delivery in environments with evolving business priorities.

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies
  • Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, able to translate between business and technical stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership presence and ability to influence across organizational boundaries.
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and bring structure to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with business leaders, vendors, and cross functional DT teams.

Key Success Measures
  • First 12-18 months
    • Establishing governance and cadence
    • Stabilizing delivery predictability
    • Earning executive trust
  • Delivery of program milestones on scope, schedule, and budget.
  • High stakeholder satisfaction and alignment across Trading, BI, and DT partners.
  • Effective management of requirements, risks, dependencies, and change controls.
  • Consistent adherence to DT governance and quality standards.
  • Improved coordination, efficiency, and delivery outcomes across all workstreams.

Competencies
Build Partnerships
Drive Innovation
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational Fit
Technical Skills
Deliver Results
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