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The North Highland Company • Beaverton, OR 97005 • Posted 4 days ago

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North Highland is seeking a Project/Program Manager for a 9-month contract, requiring onsite work 4 days a week in Beaverton, OR. The role involves driving programs and projects that facilitate transformation, navigating uncertainty, developing project plans, assisting with change management activities, and documenting new processes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in business, Human Resource Management, or a related field, with an MBA preferred, and 3+ years of relevant experience in portfolio management, management consulting, operations, or complex program/project management.

Responsibilities

  • Drive programs and projects that facilitate transformation.
  • Navigate through uncertainty, develop project plans, assist with change management activities, and document new processes clearly and concisely.
  • Support a wide audience of stakeholders including c-suite leadership.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resource Management, or related field; MBA preferred
  • 3+ years relevant experience in portfolio management, management consulting, operations or complex program/project management
  • Advanced project management process, and organizational skills, including managing and prioritizing multiple responsibilities to achieve strategic objectives
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to gather relevant data and information, actively listen, dialogue freely and verbalize ideas effectively
  • Research and analytical skills; ability to gather information to synthesize into actionable information
  • Capability to build and maintain cross-functional and cross-regional networks with internal and external resources, lead cross-functional team of leaders and peers and navigate complex organizational structures to deliver business results

Full Job Description

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world's leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we're on the hunt for a Project/Program Manager, 9 month contract, onsite 4- days a week in Beaverton, OR.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

As a member of our Project/Program Management team, you'll help our clients transform through supporting and driving initiatives and process'

YOU WILL:
  • Drive programs and projects that facilitate transformation.
  • Navigate through uncertainty, develop project plans, assist with change management activities, and document new processes clearly and concisely.
  • Support a wide audience of stakeholders including c-suite leadership.

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resource Management, or related field; MBA preferred
  • 3+ years relevant experience in portfolio management, management consulting, operations or complex program/project management.
  • Advanced project management process, and organizational skills, including managing and prioritizing multiple responsibilities to achieve strategic objectives
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to gather relevant data and information, actively listen, dialogue freely and verbalize ideas effectively
  • Research and analytical skills; ability to gather information to synthesize into actionable information
  • Capability to build and maintain cross-functional and cross-regional networks with internal and external resources, lead cross-functional team of leaders and peers and navigate complex organizational structures to deliver business results

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success-for both our clients and our colleagues-is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here's how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative-one which we'll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We'll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener-regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you-colleagues and clients alike. If you've got the drive to become a changemaker, we'll do the rest.

Enviable Total Rewards. We inspire our employees to do their best work. North Highland's Total Rewards Program encompasses PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k), and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, commuter benefits, and legal assistance.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It's how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we're recognized as the world's leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.