Program Director (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Program Director in the United States.

The Program Director will lead and oversee a diverse portfolio of complex defense projects, driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and strategic growth. This senior leadership role manages multiple Program Managers and their teams, ensuring projects are executed on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with contractual performance requirements. You will serve as a key liaison with stakeholders, fostering strong customer relationships and identifying opportunities for portfolio expansion. The position involves high-level strategic planning, P&L accountability, and oversight of organizational processes to support mission-critical Department of Defense initiatives. By providing direction, mentoring, and guidance, the Program Director ensures both project success and long-term growth within the portfolio.

Accountabilities:

• Lead a team of Program Managers and cross-functional staff to execute multiple complex DoD modernization and sustainment projects.
• Oversee the portfolio’s P&L, ensuring financial performance targets and cost-efficiency goals are met.
• Maintain contractual compliance and ensure programs achieve high Contractual Performance Assessment Ratings (CPARS).
• Drive internal and external communications to provide timely project status and facilitate stakeholder alignment.
• Identify and implement solutions to program execution challenges, ensuring corrective actions are executed effectively.
• Develop organic growth strategies and pursue new business opportunities within the portfolio.
• Mentor and support Program Managers to enhance team performance, leadership capabilities, and operational excellence.
• Ensure all reporting, documentation, and contractual obligations are met in accordance with guidelines.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field; Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Minimum 12 years of project management experience within the defense sector, with focus on Department of Defense projects.
• Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams in complex technical environments.
• Demonstrated record of managing multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with experience driving portfolio growth and organic expansion.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.
• Experience managing construction projects is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional supplemental coverages (pet, home, auto, critical illness, ID theft protection).
• Paid leave benefits including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Flexible work arrangements, where permitted by contract.
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support services.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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