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Serco · 22 hours ago

Program Director

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Serco is a prime contractor supporting the Department of Defense with complex modernization and sustainment projects. The Program Director will lead a team of Program Managers to ensure the successful execution of these projects while maintaining performance standards and fostering customer relationships for growth.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse DoD portfolio, responsible for a P&L of over $70M annually with a staff of over 75 people

Oversee Program Managers and their teams to drive successful execution multiple complex Department of Defense Modernization and Sustainment projects/programs, with a focus on In-Service Engineering Activities

Be responsible for the profit and loss performance of all programs assigned to their portfolio

Be responsible for implementation of cost efficiency programs that will result in improving contract profitability

Be responsible for ensuring that all programs within the portfolio execute their defined contractual requirements and result in Contractual Performance Assessment Ratings (CPARS) of Satisfactory or above for all categories

Drive regular effective internal and external communications to ensure program status and issues are communicated in a timely manner. Expected to establish and maintain customer relationships to allow for the identification of opportunities for organic growth

Ensure that all internal and external contractual performance reporting requirements are completed in accordance with established guidelines

Expected to provide recommended solutions to resolve any identified program execution issues, while also ensuring corrective actions are executed

Be responsible for driving organic growth opportunities on all programs assigned to the portfolio

Be responsible for identifying new business opportunities to drive growth within the portfolio. Act as the operational lead in the capture and proposal for new business opportunity pursuits

Be responsible driving a 5% or greater YoY growth within the portfolio

Qualification

Department of Defense experienceProject ManagementLeadershipEngineering degreeCommunication skillsCost efficiency programsOrganic growthConstruction project managementInterpersonal skillsCross-functional team management

Required

An active Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field + or Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field can be substituted for 2 years of experience

A minimum of 12 years of experience in project management within the defense sector, specifically focusing on Department of Defense projects

Proven ability to manage large, cross-functional teams in a technical and complex project environment

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively coordinating with a wide range of stakeholders, including DoD customers, and internal and external leadership

Strong leadership qualities with a demonstrated performance record of completing multiple projects on schedule and within budget

Demonstrated ability to lead organic growth and portfolio growth

Must be willing to travel up to 25%

Preferred

Experience in the management of construction projects is a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan