We are searching for a talented Program Manager to become part of Peraton's Citizens Security & Public Services, State and Local West, County of San Diego Account. This position will require that the candidate be local to the San Diego, CA area.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities:

The Program Manager will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

Act as the primary liaison between the customer and Account Executive, ensuring seamless communication.
• Collaborate closely with client leadership and technical leads to oversee the delivery of contractor services.
• Serve as the initial point of escalation for project-related matters.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the customer's business processes and services. Qualifications / Skills:
• Proficient in stakeholder management, maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Facilitate IT service delivery by coordinating with the technical team on communication and deliverables.
• Manage on-site technical support resources effectively.
• Review and approve monthly invoices.
• Maintain a master schedule encompassing ongoing and upcoming projects, resolving scheduling conflicts and providing weekly reports to the client.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and vendors on project scope, resource allocation, budget analysis, and schedules aligned with the master program schedule.
• Control program and project budgets and costs.
• Prepare and develop proposals/estimates.
• Gather and document requirements, including use cases, business rules, and user stories.
• Review and enhance processes as necessary.
• Manage contracts, working with client leadership and contractor contracts manager to facilitate any required changes.
• Engage in strategic planning by leading executive sessions to identify, prioritize, and define business strategic initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Must be a US Citizen
• Proficient in program and project management methodologies.
• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using MS Project for project planning and scheduling.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies or certification in Agile project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale programs or projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively motivate and guide teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of industry-standard project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Experience with budget management and financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• MBA

Benefits:

At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.