Project Mgr III - Tech

BAE Systems•Fort Walton Beach, FL

About The Position

We’re seeking a Senior Manager, Digital PMO Enablement to lead the evolution of our project, program, and portfolio management (PPM) digital ecosystem. This is a strategic, high-impact leadership role at the center of our PMO modernization journey. You will lead a small, high impact team that includes the Framework and Lifecycle Manager, the PMO Digital Tools Analyst, and the Agile Enablement Analyst. Your leadership will ensure strong collaboration between process guidance and digital capability execution. The Senior Manager, Digital PMO Enablement will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of how we deliver work. Your leadership will: Modernize and unify our PMO digital ecosystem Deliver actionable portfolio insights to senior leaders Improve tool usability and adoption across diverse teams Align digital workflows with delivery expectations Enable a more intuitive, scalable, and future-ready PMO experience You will also support audit related research and responses by providing accurate insights into PMO tools, practices, and lifecycle alignment. This is a unique opportunity to lead at the intersection of technology, delivery excellence, and organizational transformation.

Requirements

10+ years of experience with PPM tools, digital enablement, portfolio systems, or similar PMO-related digital leadership roles.
Bachelors Required. Or, 12+ years with an AA degree.
Strong hands‑on experience with ServiceNow SPM and/or MS Project
Demonstrated leadership supporting digital strategies, platforms, integrations, or modernization initiatives
Deep understanding of portfolio reporting, data structures, dashboards, and analytics
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive adoption of new digital capabilities
Experience leading teams or senior individual contributors
Outstanding communication and partnership skills

Nice To Haves

PMP or related project/portfolio management certification.
Experience with Power BI, Power Platform, and modern collaboration platforms.
Background in digital transformation within PMO, IT, or enterprise-level delivery organizations.
Familiarity with Agile or hybrid delivery models.

Responsibilities

Shape and drive the multi-year digital strategy that supports our PMO and the business sectors it serves.
Modernize our PPM ecosystem using platforms including ServiceNow SPM, MS Project, Power BI and PMO adoption of AI.
Evaluate emerging PPM solutions and recommend enhancements that improve usability, workflow integration, and delivery effectiveness.
Own the full lifecycle of PMO digital tools: capability development, configuration decisions, integrations, release readiness, and performance.
Ensure our tools provide a cohesive user experience across planning, execution, and reporting activities.
Oversee digital workflow optimization and ensure alignment between tools and delivery practices.
Lead the strategy for enterprise and strategic portfolio reporting.
Oversee the development and evolution of dashboards, analytics, and reporting structures that provide visibility into portfolio performance.
Drive modernization efforts using improved visualizations, forward-looking indicators, and predictive insights.
Drive the strategic approach for digital tool adoption across IT and relevant business sectors.
Partner with PMO Training and OCM teams to support communication, readiness, and enablement efforts as new digital capabilities roll out.
Engage broadly with PMs, leaders, and stakeholders to ensure digital tools are understood, used effectively, and delivering value.
Support audit related research and responses by providing accurate insights into PMO tools, practices, and lifecycle alignment.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards