Program Manager

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Position Overview 

Are you a dynamic Program Manager with a passion for operational excellence and seamless project execution? Join the Design and Manufacturing (D&M) team within Autodesk’s Product Design and Manufacturing Solutions (PDMS) organization. Our mission is to revolutionize the Design and Manufacturing industry by helping our customers achieve superior outcomes through integrated design and make processes. 

As a key member of our team, reporting directly to the Director, Chief of Staff (CoS), you will coordinate various project components to ensure smooth operation, guiding teams to adopt best practices, implement efficient processes, and foster meaningful collaborations. Your role is pivotal in helping teams meet their commitments and deliver unparalleled value to our customers. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work from both home and the office.

Responsibilities 

Strategic Planning and Meetings 

• Lead weekly tactical meetings, monthly strategic sessions, and quarterly in-person gatherings to drive team alignment and strategy 
• Organize events to enhance team effectiveness and collaboration 

Project Management 

• Oversee comprehensive project management activities to ensure project success 
• Manage dependencies across projects for seamless integration and timely delivery 
• Identify and mitigate risks, inform the team of potential impacts, and handle escalations effectively 
• Enforce accountability and responsibility among project members to ensure timely and quality deliverables 
• Evaluate tradeoffs to balance competing project demands and optimize resource allocation 

Communication and Documentation 

• Lead communication efforts at all levels, ensuring all team members are well-informed and engaged 
• Develop and maintain clear, transparent documentation to provide clarity and direction 
• Ensure team members have a clear understanding of their tasks, timelines, and methods 

Process Improvement 

• Identify and address process gaps and inefficiencies to enhance productivity and streamline workflows 
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across all project activities 

Business Operations and Leadership 

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of business operations to drive informed decision-making and optimize performance 
• Influence and lead without direct authority by building strong relationships and trust 
• Cultivate a culture of vigilance, resiliency, and high-quality standards 
• Foster team cohesion through effective collaboration and conflict resolution strategies 

Problem Solving and Decision Making 

• Approach problems with curiosity and determination, fostering a proactive problem-solving environment 
• Leverage decision-making frameworks to ensure effective and timely resolutions 

Technology and Tools 

• Utilize virtual collaboration tools and techniques to maintain team cohesion and productivity 

Minimum Qualifications 

• 8 years of experience in Program/Project Management 
• Proficiency with project tools such as Airtable, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Jira, and Confluence Wiki 
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies 

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited by the opportunity to drive impactful projects in the Design and Manufacturing industry, we invite you to join our team. 

Apply Now to become a part of a team that values strategic planning, effective project management, and continuous improvement in achieving excellence. 

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About Autodesk
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