Senior Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Wanted - Big Brains & Huge Hearts: We are looking for creative and passionate geeks, nerds, thinkers, tinkerers, and builders.

Geeks and Nerds is an innovative technology company that encourages ingenuity, defies the norm, fosters teamwork, and defines the future for our community and nation.

Come join the company that develops innovative solutions that makes a positive difference in our community and nation. Join a company of significance!

The Senior Program Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team of program managers and project managers for executing
complex, high-impact programs. This role requires strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive program success across multiple projects. The Senior Program Manager will ensure alignment with organizational goals (financial and contractual), optimize resource allocation, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence within the program management team.

Responsibilities:

Program Leadership:

• Develop and execute program strategies, objectives, and roadmaps to achieve organizational goals
• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple projects within the program, ensuring they meet scope, timeline, budget, and quality requirements
• Act as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and external partners

Team Management:

• Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to Project Managers, ensuring their professional growth and performance
• Assign projects and responsibilities to Project Managers based on expertise, workload, and program priorities
• Conduct regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and align program goals

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for program optimization
• Monitor program performance using consistent metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, customer and contractual stipulations, and regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and support
• Prepare and deliver program updates, reports, and presentations to senior leadership and other stakeholders

Resource Management:

• Manage program budgets, resources, and schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize risks
• Identify and resolve resource constraints, ensuring the program is adequately staffed and equipped

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or technology management
  • Masters degree preferred
  • PMP certification preferred

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in program or project management of federal contracts, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of managing large-scale programs, leading cross-functional and technical teams, and managing deliverables

Professional Skills:

• Relevant and related technical background for national security contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (including but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Familiarity with office management software and tools

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

Soft Skills:

• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Acumen: Advanced problem-solving, analytical skills, and decision-making abilities
• Meticulous: Strong attention to detail with a focus on delivering results

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinker/planner with ability to dig into the details
• Collaborative with teams, stakeholder, and customers
• Risk management expertise
• Flexibility to adapt to new information/changes and show resilience to setbacks
• Results oriented

Special Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Must have a Secret clearance or be capable of obtaining an interim Secret clearance
• Travel up to 25%

GaN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classifications. GaN Corporation participates in E-Verify.