Cotiviti · 16 hours ago
Principal Program Manager Transformation
Cotiviti is a healthcare audit company seeking a Principal Program Manager to provide strategic oversight for complex technology transformation programs. The role involves managing program-level tracking, risk management, and executive reporting while collaborating cross-functionally to support change management and continuous improvement.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Provide enterprise-level oversight and governance for large, multi-disciplinary technology transformation programs
Partner with program and project managers to guide execution without direct ownership of workstreams
Establish and maintain program governance, operating rhythms, and decision frameworks
Translate enterprise technology strategy into integrated roadmaps, milestones, and success metrics
Ensure alignment across business, technology, and operational stakeholders
Identify and manage cross-program dependencies and downstream impacts
Synthesize program-level status, risks, issues, and mitigation plans across multiple initiatives
Deliver clear, timely executive reporting to support informed decision-making
Lead program-level risk identification, escalation, and mitigation efforts
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, influencing outcomes without direct authority
Drive alignment across diverse, global, and cross-functional stakeholder groups
Track and support change management, adoption, and sustainability of transformation initiatives
Partner with business operations, finance, technology, legal, product, and R&D teams to ensure comprehensive visibility into program performance and risk
Advance program management standards, tools, and best practices
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, transparency, and integration across programs
Mentor program managers and strengthen enterprise program management capabilities
Prepare executive-ready reports, dashboards, and presentations
Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting
Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or related field (Master's or equivalent advanced business experience preferred)
12 - 15 years of experience leading large, complex, enterprise-scale technology or business transformation programs, including global initiatives
Proven success managing multi-workstream, interdependent programs within large, matrixed organizations
Program or project management certification required (PMP preferred)
Demonstrated experience partnering with C-level executives and delivering executive-ready communications and presentations
Strong program-level risk management expertise, including contingency planning and SOP development
Experience working across finance, operations, legal, R&D, and software engineering teams, including distributed and remote environments
Deep familiarity with enterprise technology transformations (e.g., ERP, cloud, digital platforms, data modernization, SDLC)
Advanced communication, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to synthesize complexity into clear insights
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and enterprise program management tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Smartsheet, collaboration platforms)
Self-directed, adaptable leader capable of operating effectively in fast-changing, high-visibility environments
Strategic Systems Thinking: Ability to understand complex, interconnected technology, business, and operational systems and anticipate downstream impacts of decisions across the enterprise
Advanced Analytical Reasoning: Quickly analyze large volumes of qualitative and quantitative information to identify patterns, risks, dependencies, and opportunities within transformation programs
Executive Judgment & Decision-Making: Apply sound judgment in ambiguous, high-stakes environments, balancing competing priorities, constraints, and stakeholder interests
Rapid Learning & Adaptability: Assimilate new technical concepts, business models, and program objectives quickly, adjusting strategies and execution plans as conditions evolve
Problem Solving in Ambiguity: Define problems that are not clearly articulated, evaluate multiple solution paths, and drive resolution in dynamic and uncertain environments
Risk Anticipation & Mitigation Thinking: Proactively identify potential program, technology, and organizational risks and develop mitigation strategies before issues escalate
Synthesis & Abstraction: Distill complex program details into clear, concise insights and narratives appropriate for executive-level decision-making
Change & Impact Assessment: Evaluate organizational readiness, behavioral impacts, and adoption risks associated with large-scale technology transformation initiatives
Prioritization & Trade-Off Analysis: Assess relative value, urgency, and impact to sequence work effectively and guide leaders through informed trade-off decisions
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Mindset: Identify opportunities to improve processes, leverage emerging technologies, and challenge existing assumptions to drive transformation outcomes
Occasional Travel as assigned by leadership (5% -10%)
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area
Must be able to provide high-speed internet access / connectivity and office setup and maintenance
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
No adverse environmental conditions expected
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life insurance coverage
401(k) savings plans
Paid family leave
9 paid holidays per year
17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti
Company
Cotiviti
Cotiviti enables healthcare organizations to deliver better care at lower cost through advanced technology and data analytics that improve the quality and sustainability of healthcare in the United States.
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