Program Manager

Position Title: Program Manager
Location: Vienna, VA (Hybrid)
Clearance Requirements: None
Position Status: Contract
Pay Rate: $50 - $60 per hour

Position Description:
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead large-scale, cross-functional strategic initiatives that drive business transformation and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who can translate organizational priorities into measurable outcomes by developing program roadmaps, aligning business objectives, and ensuring successful execution across multiple teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in program management, strategic planning, business transformation, portfolio management, and executive stakeholder engagement. Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, automation technologies, and data-driven decision-making to improve business outcomes is highly desirable.

This position requires a collaborative leader who thrives in complex enterprise environments, excels at influencing stakeholders, and can successfully manage multiple high-impact initiatives from strategy through execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple enterprise-level programs from initiation through implementation, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Partner with executive leadership and business stakeholders to translate strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps, OKRs, KPIs, and measurable business outcomes.
• Drive strategic planning initiatives while aligning programs with organizational goals and long-term business objectives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, and automation, to identify opportunities that improve operational efficiency and program performance.
• Develop comprehensive program plans, milestones, governance structures, and implementation strategies.
• Monitor program health through metrics, dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate efforts across business units to ensure successful program execution.
• Manage program budgets, resource planning, timelines, dependencies, and change management activities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while proactively resolving issues impacting delivery.
• Facilitate executive communications, status reporting, and governance meetings.
• Analyze business processes and recommend strategic improvements to enhance efficiency and customer/member experience.
• Develop business requirements, implementation plans, operational procedures, and program documentation.
• Mentor project teams and provide leadership in program management best practices.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives and organizational change management efforts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to solve complex business and operational challenges.

Required Skills/Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proven experience managing large-scale enterprise programs involving multiple cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in Program Management, Project Management, Portfolio Management, and Strategic Planning.
• Experience developing and managing OKRs, KPIs, strategic roadmaps, and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of strategic execution frameworks such as OKRs, Balanced Scorecard, Hoshin Planning, or similar methodologies.
• Experience translating executive strategy into executable programs and measurable business outcomes.
• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, automation technologies, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience in business process improvement, workflow optimization, and organizational transformation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
• Excellent risk management, change management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, facilitation, and executive stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) or enterprise portfolio governance.
• Experience supporting large enterprise transformation or digital modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with regulatory or highly governed business environments.
• Experience implementing AI-driven process improvements or business automation solutions

About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.