Head of Program Management

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Biomed is searching for someone to lead our Program Management Office (PMO) in our Applied Science and Innovation (ASI) unit. This person is responsible for overseeing the Program Management Office including ensuring alignment with organizational goals, strategic oversight of projects and programs, and fostering scalability and efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Biological/Life Sciences or a related field
10 years of project and program management experience
at least five (5) years in a leadership role required
Proven track record of managing complex portfolios of programs and projects
Demonstrated success in implementing and scaling PMOs from the ground up
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Profession (PgMP) certification required
Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira)
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on strategic planning, process improvement, and risk management

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience with Lean Six Sigma, Lean Enterprise, or similar methodologies preferred
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred
Agile certifications (SAFe, PMI-ACP) a plus

Responsibilities

Provide direction, leadership, training and motivation to ensure successful delivery of projects and programs.
Develop, initiate and lead work projects for the development and implementation of process improvements, and policies and procedures that promote Texas Biomed’s core values and align with strategic goals.
Coach, lead, mentor, and develop a team of Program Managers, Project Managers, and support staff influencing them to take positive action and be accountable for assigned responsibilities.
Lead the development, implementation, and scaling of the PMO structure, including frameworks, processes, and governance.
Establish and enforce project and program management standards, methodologies, and best practices.
Monitor program interdependencies and resolve resource conflicts in collaboration with operational, scientific, and technical leaders.
Provide oversight for resource allocation and project execution across Texas Biomed’s portfolio.
Develop long-term resource forecasting models to ensure the availability of staffing, facilities, equipment, and processes.
Oversee all programs and projects to ensure adherence to scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.
Implement scalable processes to support project management activities, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma / Lean Enterprise methodologies to optimize workflows and improve the value stream.
Monitor and report on PMO performance using metrics and KPIs, communicating progress to executive leadership.
Serve as the primary liaison between the PMO and institutional leadership, ensuring alignment with Texas Biomed’s mission and goals.
Support Project and Program Managers in sponsor and stakeholder interactions, including regulatory engagements.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year’s).
Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.