Senior Program Manager

Role Description

Quanta Government Solutions is the federal infrastructure delivery platform of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company. The DoW vertical is QGS's move into defense infrastructure: NAVFAC, USACE, and the broader Department of War construction market.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Program Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives that drive operational efficiency, scalability, and business performance. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Program Management, PMO leadership, and Process Improvement who thrives in a dynamic environment and excels at turning vision into executable plans. This position will contribute to the strategic build and growth of the DoW business line and will own program-level financial performance, including backlog, margin, risk, and cashflow.

What You'll Do

• Program Leadership:
  • Drive large-scale, complex operational programs from strategy through execution across multiple business units.
  • Identify project leads and drive the proposal development process for selected opportunities; engage with customers to understand needs.
  • Represent the organization at client meetings, briefings, and site visits throughout the site location.
  • Implement and enforce the QGS stage-gated delivery model from Pursuit → Capture → Award → NTP → Execution → Closeout.
• PMO Alignment:
  • Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) to align program goals, reporting structures, and delivery timelines.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and key stakeholders, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships for long-term program success.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to optimize operational workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with key stakeholders (Ops, Finance, HR, IT, Product, etc.) to align on goals, remove roadblocks, and ensure successful delivery.
• Change Management:
  • Lead organizational change initiatives, including stakeholder communication, training, and adoption planning.
• Risk & Issue Management:
  • Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and escalations to ensure program success.
• Metrics & Reporting:
  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs), OKRs, and dashboards to measure program impact and progress.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Program Management, Operations, or related fields.
• Proven success leading enterprise-wide initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in or with a Project Management Office (PMO), including governance and portfolio oversight.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Adept at managing competing priorities, ambiguity, and organizational change.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Jira, MS Project).

Requirements

• Preferred Education and Experience:
  • PMP, PgMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience in industry-specific detail, e.g., tech, healthcare, manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project methodologies.
• Licenses / Certifications:
  • None required for this position.
  • Preferred: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Access to mental health support and resources.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave, and company-observed holidays.
• Ongoing training and development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Employee recognition and rewards program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection).
• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families.