Program/Project Management Lead

Description:

  • Oversee complex projects and lead a multidisciplinary team of data engineers and technical targeters.
  • Work with customers to establish and implement technical requirements aligned with client expectations.
  • Drive IT modernization efforts across project initiatives.
  • Manage project financials and forecast costs to keep work on track.
  • Communicate project scope, schedules, and risks to stakeholders and clients.
  • Prepare weekly progress reports and ad hoc client reports.
  • Conduct monthly contract status reviews and lead program management meetings.
  • Maintain transparent communication channels and collaborate with diverse teams on large-scale technical projects.

Requirements:

  • 8 to 10+ years of experience in project and program management.
  • Experience leading teams, including multidisciplinary teams, data engineers, and technical targeters.
  • Experience with IT modernization efforts.
  • Experience with cost forecasting and managing project financials.
  • Experience working with customers to define requirements and communicate about scope, schedule, and risks.
  • Experience generating recurring reports, conducting recurring contract status reviews, and running recurring program management reviews.
  • Experience producing ad hoc reports for clients.
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred).
  • PMP or similar project management certification (preferred).
  • Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies (preferred).
  • Experience with government or large enterprise contracts (preferred).
  • Familiarity with data engineering best practices (preferred).
  • Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project or Jira (preferred).
  • Strong risk management skills (preferred).
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance required.
  • Applicants must have U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

  • Base pay range of $120,700 to $254,000 USD in eligible locations.
  • Access to a wide variety of benefits.
  • Hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training.
  • Collaborative and caring community focused on growth and development.
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action commitment.
  • Reasonable accommodation support during the hiring process and, if needed, after hire.
  • Ongoing application acceptance with no fixed deadline to apply.
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