Program Manager III

Location: Remote (PST/Bay Area/Burlingame preferred)
Duration: 35 weeks, 5 days per week
Compensation: $40 - $81/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, Green Card Holders, or authorized to work in the U.S.

About the role

We are looking for a Program Manager III to plan, coordinate, and oversee complex non-IT programs across areas such as engineering, research and development, production, financial systems, and product rollouts. The ideal candidate will develop detailed project plans, align cross-functional teams, evaluate project feasibility, manage resources, and ensure programs are delivered according to business, cost, quality, and timeline objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed program plans, goals, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate and integrate technical, operational, and business activities across multiple teams.
• Present proposals, project updates, reports, findings, and recommendations to clients and leadership.
• Partner with engineering, production, marketing, finance, and management teams to define project specifications and procedures.
• Evaluate technology, resource requirements, market demand, costs, risks, and overall project feasibility.
• Assign and oversee work, evaluate team performance, and support the development of employee capabilities.
• Review contracts, vendor proposals, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Direct, review, and approve product designs, process changes, and project modifications.
• Consult and negotiate with clients and stakeholders to establish program requirements and deliverables.
• Monitor production processes, quality standards, costs, and distribution activities.
• Identify project risks, resolve issues, and communicate changes to key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing complex programs or projects from planning through completion.
• Strong knowledge of business management, strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, production, finance, marketing, or related functions.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, cost management, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, or similar project management and documentation tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI, or another recognized project management certification.
• Experience managing engineering, manufacturing, product development, research and development, or product rollout programs.
• Experience reviewing contracts, budgets, vendor proposals, and cost estimates.
• Experience managing or mentoring employees, project teams, or program managers.
• Experience supporting product design reviews, engineering changes, or process improvements.
• Experience presenting program updates and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, or executive stakeholders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities.