Program Manager, Named Accounts, Education

Autodesk

. Translate defined objectives into clear scope, milestones, owners, dependencies, and success measures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,000 - $140,360 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including the ability to translate objectives into actionable plans, manage complex cross-functional programs, and effectively communicate with stakeholders. Proven skills in risk management, decision-making, and fostering collaboration among diverse teams.

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Program ManagementStakeholder ManagementRisk TrackingCommunication SkillsDecision-Making

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningAction TrackingGovernanceBudget ManagementVendor Management

Soft Skills

FacilitationInfluencing Without AuthorityProblem SolvingRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationManagement ConsultingStrategy and OperationsPMO RolesCross-Functional Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate defined objectives into clear scope, milestones, owners, dependencies, and success measures
Build and run operating mechanisms, including program plans, action and risk tracking, status updates, and governance
Surface risks, dependencies, and execution gaps early and recommend practical solutions
Drive decisions to closure and hold owners, including senior stakeholders, to their commitments
Follow up persistently and escalate blockers before they become misses
Facilitate working sessions, identify trade-offs, and translate business or customer needs into actionable plans
Own selected budget, vendor, and reporting responsibilities
Continuously improve how the team plans, executes, and tracks
Work independently, with guidance at critical points
Communicate progress, risks, and recommendations clearly

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in program management, management consulting, strategy and operations, or PMO roles
Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional programs from strategy through execution
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and drive action through stakeholders who do not report to you, including senior leaders
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to travel to customer institutions and Autodesk events, up to 30%
Passion for higher education
Comfortable pushing stakeholders to commit and deliver while keeping relationships intact
Skillful in surfacing assumptions, clarifying priorities, and accelerating decision-making in complex environments
Energized by solving complex problems and bringing diverse stakeholders together around shared outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and financial benefits
Time away
Everyday wellness benefits
Annual cash bonuses
Stock grants
Comprehensive benefits package
In-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification may be provided