Consulting Program Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Program Manager (Compensation Transformation | (Big 4 or top-tier firms)

Position Title: Program Manager V (Big 4 or top-tier firms)

Location: M5J 2N8, Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Hybrid

Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Potential Extension/Conversion: (High potential for extension or FTE conversion)

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY)

Pay Range: $79 /hr on w2

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-impact Program Manager V with a strong management consulting background (Big 4 or top-tier firms) and proven experience managing complex initiatives within a SaaS environment.

This role supports a high-visibility compensation program, requiring strong ownership, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

What You’ll Do (Typical Day)

• Lead and facilitate project meetings, including agenda creation and follow-ups

• Proactively coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve blockers

• Own and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables

• Track progress, risks, and dependencies; ensure on-time execution

• Communicate updates clearly to stakeholders across business and technical teams

• Drive alignment between HR, Engineering, Compensation, and Operations teams

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

• Own end-to-end project planning, execution, and tracking

• Lead recurring stakeholder meetings and drive actionable outcomes

• Identify risks early and coordinate mitigation strategies

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with HR, Engineering, Compensation, and Operations teams

• Translate complex requirements into clear, actionable insights

• Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration

Requirements & Documentation

• Gather business and technical requirements

• Maintain documentation (project plans, status reports, decision logs)

Execution & Delivery

• Monitor milestones and ensure alignment with compensation timelines

• Support testing cycles and change management initiatives

Must-Have Skills

• Consulting experience with Big 4 or leading consulting firms

• Strong Project/Program Management experience (preferably in SaaS)

• Excellent communication & presentation skills

• Proven requirements gathering experience

• Basic understanding of end-to-end compensation processes

Nice-to-Have / Teachable

• Exposure to compensation structures and systems

• Experience working with enterprise workflows

Preferred (Bonus) Skills

• Experience with Salesforce (Org62 or similar)

• Background in M&A environments

• Strong cross-functional collaboration experience

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to support employees' health and well-being. In addition, employees have paid holidays, paid time off (if eligible) and access to a 401(k)-retirement plan

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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