EPMO Program Manager

Amentum•Richmond, VA

20h•$150,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled professional to join our organization as a Program Manager. As a key member of our Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO), you will be responsible for overseeing and managing a program of related projects and initiatives. Your strong leadership, strategic thinking, and exceptional program management abilities will be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of programs while aligning with organizational objectives. The EPMO Program Manager is an upper-level position reporting directly into the EPMO within Amentum’s corporate CIO Office. This role must have advanced technical knowledge in several sub-functions within overall business functions like information technology, human resources, finance, global supply chain, compliance, and other processes to support projects that include mergers and acquisition integrations, continuous improvement, and enterprise transformation. This position is US Remote telework and US Citizenship is required.

Requirements

Proven track record of strategic program leadership, achieving business objectives, and the ability to drive results in a dynamic environment.
Knowledge and application of PMI's program management methodologies and frameworks.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, to include Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and SharePoint.
Advanced skills in managing projects using Smartsheet required.
Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
Capacity to navigate ambiguity and make data-driven decisions.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to present complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
Ability to communicate true status of projects even if the message is not favorable.
Humility – Ability to accept and apply constructive criticism and understand that personal development never stops.
Able to set role aside and sometimes perform activities like testing and training to assist the team in meeting project deliverables.
Must be a current U.S. citizen; may require security clearances on multiple contracts to perform certain duties as needed.
Bachelor's degree or Technical Certification in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering).
Typically, 10 years managing Information Technology/Services and/or Acquisition Integration projects.
Experience as a program manager, successfully overseeing and delivering complex programs with multiple interrelated projects.
Experience in managing government contracts or projects.
US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Industry-specific knowledge and experience related to the organization's projects are preferred (Cyber, Infrastructure, Application Development, etc.).
Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma) are highly desirable; PMP and PgMP certifications preferred; other project management certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

Establish and enforce robust program and project governance frameworks, ensuring adherence to standard methodologies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Define program and project governance structure, roles, and responsibilities.
Provide appropriate training to team members and provide feedback to improve knowledge, performance, and maturity.
Monitor program progress, assess project interdependencies, and facilitate cross-functional coordination.
Conduct audits and reviews to assess performance, compliance, organizational maturity.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned and industry best practices.
Develop and implement program strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define program scope, objectives, deliverables, cost, timelines, business case, and success criteria.
Develop, tailor, and implement program management strategies based on the needs of the program to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Create comprehensive program management plans, including resource allocation, risk management, communication, and dependency strategies.
Ensure alignment of program activities with project objectives and organizational priorities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with program stakeholders, including senior executives, department heads, and external partners.
Collaborate closely, understand cross-functional stakeholder goals and expectations of the program, and facilitate effective communication and alignment throughout the program lifecycle.
Anticipate and manage stakeholder needs, concerns, and risks to foster strong partnerships and drive project success.
Identify and manage dependencies across projects within the program.
Lead and inspire Project Managers and project teams supporting the Program by understanding the cross-functional dependencies and project relationships within the program.
Provide overall program direction and provide mitigation support for risks and issues.
Promote and enforce an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering work environment, encouraging innovation, professional growth, and knowledge sharing.
Identify, document, assess, and manage program risks and issues.
Develop and execute program risk mitigation strategies, contingency plans, and escalation protocols.
Monitor program risks proactively, implement mitigation measures, and communicate risk status to stakeholders.
Facilitate problem-solving and decision-making to address program challenges and minimize disruptions.
Foster a culture of change readiness, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Be an Adoption Change Sponsor.
Conduct frequent reviews to ensure the team is following proper change management governance.
Allocate and manage program resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure optimal utilization and successful program delivery.
Collaborate with project managers to coordinate resource allocation and resolve resource conflicts.
Monitor resource utilization and adjust plans as needed to meet program goals.
Generate and monitor utilization reports to enforce actual labor and cost tracking.
Monitor program financials, budgets, and expenditures, ensuring financial accountability and cost control.
Ensure appropriate project codes are requested and assigned for actual labor and cost tracking.
Collaborate with finance teams to forecast program financials, analyze variances, and provide accurate financial reporting.
Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure financial transparency and compliance.
Monitor program performance against strategic objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and targets.
Conduct regular program reviews to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous performance enhancement.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program outcomes meet or exceed expectations.
Implement strategies to optimize program value and benefits realization.
Foster a culture of excellence and promote a commitment to delivering high-quality programs.
Provide and facilitate excellent/robust communication; run effective meetings with clear objectives.
Provide presentations to large audiences and demonstrate advanced and effective business writing skills.
Expedite initiatives amidst ever-changing business requirements and organization priorities.
Maintains relationships with functional organizations; is cognizant of project impacts on any aspect of other initiatives and vice versa.
Seeks input from supervisor and mentors and appropriately and accurately applies comments/feedback.
Reviews program status reports and provides support in the development of executive-level presentations.
Perform other duties as required.