Program evaluation Jobs in Rockford, IL

Program Manager

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills

What You Will Do:

The primary focus of this role is to Partner with Business Unit Leadership to drive the strategy and implementation of solution services to our global customers in the areas of Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Aftermarket Services.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Align delivery efforts with sales initiatives and partner closely with our sales organizations to deliver and expand on new opportunities with a solutions-based mindset
• Coordinate strategic delivery campaign focus across the overall account services and value streams.
• Perform as the delivery focal in management of the delivery functions across multiple sites in the US and international support locations
• Coordinate with global account management and delivery teams in support of local global execution and continual improvement of delivery execution of distributed project management
• Generate and approve quotations for SOW requests, unsolicited bids, and RFPs
• Accountability for the financial aspects of the position inclusive of revenue generation, growth, invoicing, monthly/quarterly revenue and cost forecasting, etc
• Manage a direct reporting staff across multiple offices/locations.
• Lead Quest Global initiatives in driving the culture and core values while enhancing the employee satisfaction experience through the application of continual engagement initiatives
• Perform customer facing interactions and relationship development to drive successful alignment and execution of our customer contact plans
• Champion continual improvement and drive achievement of contractual and/or internal efficiency and cost reduction targets
• Develop strong succession planning and leadership capability across multiple levels of the team & organization

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or similar discipline
• 5+ years of previous leadership / managerial experience in operations or engineering
• Ability to influence others, create a cohesive group and positive team culture across diverse teams
• Demonstrated strategic thinking & ability to make timely and sound decisions based upon data and experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lead in a matrix organization, successfully manage conflict, and drive positive results to multiple stakeholders
• Proven and demonstrated strength in interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to succeed in a global team environment
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization
• Due to the nature of the work, you must be a US Citizen

Pay Range: $85K- $95K

Work Requirements:

• This role is considered an on-site position located in Rockford, IL
• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Citizenship requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability

Quest Global is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA