Principal Design Program Manager

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Autodesk Full time

Job Requisition ID #

24WD84129

Position Overview

The Principal Design Program Manager will support the Design Operations team within the Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) Solutions division. This role involves leading and managing complex design programs that have a significant business impact. The Principal Design Program Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, product, and engineering, to deliver on strategic objectives that enhance customer experiences. This position provides an opportunity for professional growth by driving large-scale, multidisciplinary initiatives from conception to completion, helping to develop valuable organizational skills. Offering a unique balance between autonomy and support, this role is fully empowered to drive the program while having a team of Design Program Managers to lean on for practice excellence and support. The role is part of a supportive team environment that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Program/Project Management- Establish and manage specific programs or projects, whether they have a distinct beginning and end or span across many years- Develop and maintain project plans and schedules- Assist team members in planning, estimating, and controlling tasks- Perform critical path analysis to mitigate risks and identify alternative solutions- Monitor programs to ensure completion within defined schedules, budgets, and quality parameters- Prepare and distribute various status reports to executive and functional management

Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to ensure satisfaction with program management services and deliverables- Maintain strong relationships and communication channels- Serve as an internal spokesperson for the programs, planning and delivering internal and external communications to the appropriate audience- Ensure clear and consistent information distribution and define program content for accurate messaging

Program Evaluation and Improvement- Analyze program metrics and trends to evaluate success and plan action- Enhance team efficiency and efficacy by aligning with other Design Program Managers and streamlining operations

Minimum Qualifications- 8+ years of project management experience in a dynamic, cross-functional environment- Ability to anticipate, understand and actively mitigate project risks- Strong writing, reporting, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills- Ability to travel as neededRequire depth of specialized expertise to interpret internal/external business issues and recommend best practices to address them- Solve complex problems that require in-depth evaluation of variable factors by taking a broad perspective to identify the best approach and innovative solutions- Work independently, with close guidance in only the most complex or unusual situations- Adapt communication style to persuade various stakeholders across the business and frequently interact with senior leaders to provide advice and SME- May lead functional teams or programs within own function (or closely related functions)

Preferred Qualifications- Experience working in a matrixed UX organization- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification- Proficiency in Airtable, Miro, Microsoft Project, relevant AI tools- Proficiency in Human Centered Design methods

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