Program Lead

The Opportunity

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future. 
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

Position SummaryAbout us
Huron Consulting Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative insights and sustainable results for our clients. Our team of seasoned professionals offers a diverse range of services, tailoring solutions to each client's specific needs. We pride ourselves on collaborative partnerships and a commitment to client success, using cutting-edge tools and methodologies to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency. With a global presence and a local touch, we deliver practical, actionable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join us at Huron Consulting Group, where your aspirations meet our expertise, and together, we can transform the future.
Huron’s company values – Integrity, Collaboration, Impact, Intellectual Curiosity, Inclusion, Excellence, and Humility.
About the Role
The Project Manager in our consulting firm will lead diverse teams to deliver strategic solutions for clients, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. They will orchestrate communication between stakeholders, manage resources effectively, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, all while maintaining a client-centric focus. This role demands a dynamic individual with exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment.Qualifications

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage consulting projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with client expectations.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to ensure project requirements are understood and met.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential issues.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and report on project status to stakeholders regularly.
• Manage project resources, forecasting and variance and budgeting.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, providing leadership, guidance, and support to project team members.
• Conduct project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify areas for improvement and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, processes, and quality standards.
• Lead multi-pillar global finance transformation projects, including the implementation of ERP & EPM systems (Oracle or Workday). Oracle Cloud experience is a plus.
• Operate effectively within a matrix leadership organization, collaborating across functions and geographies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience of 10+ years in project management within a large consulting environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated consulting experience in leading multi-pillar global finance transformation projects and implementing ERP & EPM systems (Oracle or Workday). Oracle Cloud experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget effectively.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management, and change management.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Strong analytical skills to assess client needs and provide effective solutions.
• Ability to operate effectively within a matrix leadership organization.
• Proven ability to communicate project updates and findings clearly and concisely.

Additional Skills and Certifications (desired, but not mandatory):

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Master's degree.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel up to 75% within the ASEAN region, with some travel to the US.

** Prefer Singapore Citizen or Permanent resident.
 

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