Program Manager

Temporary Job Request Number: CWP - 1490 - Program Manager

Contingent Worker Information
Position Title Program Manager
NYPA Business Unit Innovation
Experience Level 3 (10+ years)
Work Location White Plains Office
Anticipated Start Date Immediate
Duration of Assignment 12 month(s)
Project/Assignment AI & Automation COE Program
CWP Manager Christine.Prendergast@nypa.gov
Date of Posting 08/04/2026
Due Date 08/19/2026

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday. 7.5-hour workday with .5-hour unpaid lunch. Paid for actual time worked; there are no paid vacation or sick days. During NYPA and Canals holidays, the business is closed, and no work is permitted. NYPA requires a hybrid schedule of a minimum of 3 days on-site, up to including fully on-site depending on department requirements.

CWPO Engagement Requirements

Candidates are REQUIRED to be local to Tri-State area and in W2 tax status as employee of Service Provider.

Fully remote positions are prohibited. Hybrid schedules are permissible with a minimum of 3 days on-site depending on assignment and can be fully on-site depending on business needs. Remote work privileges can be revoked at any time.

NYPA does not provide laptops. Instead, NYPA provides desktops and dedicated workstations which candidates will remote into from their personal equipment on virtual days.

If candidate does not have proper equipment, internet connection, or he/she is deemed to not work effectively from home, the hybrid privilege will be revoked.

Vendors must disclose foreign national status and all Visas at the time of candidate submission. Additionally, a Benefits Waiver and Ethics Disclosure will be required by all candidates during onboarding.

Submission Instructions

Your email submissions must contain:

• The LEGAL name of candidate (no aliases, monikers, or nicknames)
• Job Broadcast number in your email subject header
• Visa work authorization, if applicable
• For job broadcasts outside your contractual compensation schedules, use competitive rates based on local and state compensation.

NYPA CWP staff will contact you if your candidate is selected to be interviewed, which is usually via MS Teams. Please inform your candidates that an interview does not indicate acceptance of the proposed labor rates.

NYPA prohibits the use of any AI tool during interviews.

For all questions or concerns, please contact Christine Prendergast at Christine.Prendergast@nypa.gov.

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects in our AI program. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in IT project management, AI technologies, cloud platforms, and governance structures. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects and use cases in this program by coordinating across teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and maintaining alignment with organizational goals.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage projects, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives and strategic goals.
• Define program and project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed program and project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure the seamless integration of AI models, data platforms, and other necessary components.
• Monitor progress and manage any issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate the RFP process, including going out to bid, evaluating proposals, and selecting the best solution.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to build, test, and implement the projects.
• Support the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive AI strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Engage with key stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget.
• Identify and manage program risks, developing mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, agile or similar project/program management certification.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT project/program management, with a focus on AI and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies, including large language models and modern data platforms.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and AI Centers of Excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Scrum) is desired. Industry certificates relevant to AI, Data, and other related areas.