M&A Program Manager

Company Overview PCG (Project Consulting Group) is a management consulting firm focused on delivering transformative change with low ego and high competence. We specialize in strategy and leadership alignment, planning & execution, innovation & optimization, and M&A integration. We partner with clients throughout the M&A lifecycle — from pre-announcement to post-merger integration and divestitures — delivering tangible value, governance, and results. Position Summary As an M&A Program Manager, you will lead and manage large, complex M&A integration (and possibly divestiture) programs. You will act as the “hub” of integration execution — owning governance, planning, coordination, risk, stakeholder alignment, and achieving synergy targets. You will work with cross-functional teams, executive steering committees, and functional workstreams to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of integration goals. You will draw on PCG’s M&A integration practice, leveraging our Transition Management Office (TMO) frameworks, governance structures, workstream planning capabilities, and TSA/divestiture execution expertise. Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end program for post-merger integration (PMI) or divestiture, including planning, execution, monitoring, and transition to business as usual (BAU)
Define program vision, objectives, scope, timeline, and key milestones
Establish and lead the Transition Management Office (TMO) as the central coordination hub across all integration workstreams
Design and implement governance frameworks, decision rights, issue resolution mechanisms, and escalation paths
Oversee the planning and execution of Transition Service Agreements (TSAs) and manage TSA exit strategies
Drive synergy capture, integration cost tracking, one-time integration expenses, and benefit realization
Partner with executive sponsors and steering committees; provide status updates, dashboards, and executive-level reporting
Facilitate alignment across key stakeholders, managing change, communications, and cultural integration
Ensure smooth transition to BAU, including knowledge transfer, training, and closure of integration program Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline (MBA a plus)
8–15+ years of relevant experience leading large-scale integration or transformation programs
Deep expertise in M&A post-merger integration and/or divestiture execution
Track record of leading cross-functional teams and complex workstreams
Capability to influence at senior/executive levels and manage stakeholder relationships
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and work in fast-paced environments
Proficiency with program management tools, dashboards, and reporting Desired Attributes / Soft Skills
High character, integrity, and humility — aligned with PCG’s “Low Ego, High Competence” philosophy
Pragmatic, results-oriented, and hands-on mindset
Strong leadership presence and ability to motivate and bring people together
Strategic thinker who can see both big picture and detailed execution
Resilient under pressure; good in ambiguity Collaborative, team-first attitude