Program Manager; II

Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary

Salary: $ Hourly

Start Date:

Mar 9, 2026

Aquent is partnering with a leading enterprise client that is at the forefront of driving significant impact within their industry. This is an incredible opportunity to join a team that is not just building solutions, but actively shaping the future and empowering businesses to achieve their strategic goals. As a pivotal member of this team, you will directly influence client success, streamline critical operations, and ensure the seamless adoption of groundbreaking initiatives, making a tangible difference from day one.

Are you a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for orchestrating complex projects and fostering client success? We are seeking a talented individual to lead the charge in implementing cutting-edge solutions for new enterprise clients. In this role, you will be the linchpin connecting strategic vision with flawless execution, ensuring that every client journey is a testament to efficiency, innovation, and partnership.

You will champion the client's needs, navigate cross-functional landscapes, and mitigate risks, all while contributing to the overall growth and success of a high-impact team.

• Orchestrate Client Success: Lead the complete implementation lifecycle for new enterprise clients, ensuring a smooth and successful transition from initial sales engagement to full operational adoption of our solutions.
• Champion the Client Voice: Serve as the primary advocate for client needs, collaborating closely with product, engineering, and partnership teams to identify, prioritize, and resolve technical challenges, ensuring project timelines are met.
• Govern Strategic Pilots: Partner with clients to meticulously define the scope of pilot projects, develop comprehensive workback schedules, and manage all deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Proactive
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Identify potential implementation risks early, developing and executing strategic turnaround plans to prevent issues and ensure sustained client satisfaction.
• Strategic Communication: Translate intricate technical requirements into clear, compelling business value propositions for executive-level stakeholders, fostering understanding and alignment.

• Project Management Expertise: 2-5 years of hands‑on project management experience, ideally gained within a fast‑paced startup or a large enterprise environment.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: A genuine passion for understanding and achieving customer business outcomes, going beyond mere task completion.
• Exceptional Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven ability to articulate complex technical details into digestible, business-focused language for diverse audiences, including executive leadership.
• Problem-Solving Acumen: Demonstrated ability to proactively identify challenges, develop creative solutions, and drive them to successful resolution.

• Industry Knowledge: An understanding of carbon markets and sustainability efforts is highly valued.
• Certifications: While not mandatory, PMP or CAPM certifications are a plus. However, proven experience in managing multiple, complex pilot deployments is prioritized.

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We're about creating an inclusive environment—and where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.