Director, Application Project Delivery

Peraton•San Diego, CA

73d

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Director, Application Project Delivery to lead and oversee the successful execution of technology and application delivery initiatives across the County of San Diego account. This senior leader will ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget -while maintaining the highest standards of quality, client satisfaction, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, results-driven professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and is passionate about driving innovation and excellence in delivery execution. As a trusted advisor to both Peraton and County leadership, the Director will shape strategic direction, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role will work directly with client leadership on escalations and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of professional experience
8+ years of progressive project management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership or director level role
Proven success delivering large, complex, cross-functional projects
Experience managing project portfolios and leading high-performing teams
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card holders) is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
Certifications: PMP or PgMP
Demonstrated success with five or more years in a senior management or director-level role overseeing cross-functional technology delivery teams.
Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or ServiceNow.
Strategic and tactical thinker with a daily focus on driving results

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the overall delivery organization responsible for 80-100 concurrent IT projects supporting County of San Diego functionally diverse departments.
Collaborate with executive leadership and client stakeholders to align delivery strategies with organizational goals and contractual commitments.
Drive operational efficiency, service excellence, and measurable business outcomes.
Ensure consistent application of established project management methodologies within a dynamic and evolving environment.
Monitor delivery performance metrics-schedule adherence, cost control, quality, and customer satisfaction-and proactively address variances.
Lead governance, reporting, and risk management activities to ensure transparency and compliance.
Manage the financial health of the project delivery organization, including forecasting, budgeting, and margin optimization.
Partner with HR and Finance to align staffing, training, and resource allocation with evolving program demands.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Serve as a primary point of contact for County leadership on delivery performance, escalations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior customer stakeholders and Peraton executive leadership.
Support new business development, transitions, and proposal efforts by showcasing Peraton's delivery excellence and technical depth.
Lead and mentor a high-performing team of project delivery professionals, including architects, project managers, business analysts, and developers promoting accountability and professional growth.
Foster a culture of innovation, empowerment, and collaboration across all delivery teams.
Identify, develop, and retain emerging leaders to ensure long-term organizational strength.