Director of Program Management - Gables Search Group

Director of Program Management

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the Products Portfolio, ensuring projects meet revenue, profit, and cash flow goals.
• Manage program headcount and overhead to ensure financial success.
• Align organizational strategies with company goals, driving operational excellence.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Program Managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
• Oversee the cost, schedule, and technical performance of multiple programs from inception to completion.
• Optimize resource allocation for successful program outcomes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure program alignment with the broader organizational strategy.
• Conduct regular program reviews, manage Estimates at Completion (EACs), and report on key metrics.
• Play a key role in proposal development and management for future business opportunities.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including executives, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
• Encourage innovation within the program management team, continuously seeking areas for process improvement.
• Travel as required (up to 15%).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college in Technical, Engineering-Related, or Business-Related field of study required. 
• Prior experience in a senior leadership role, demonstrating strategic thinking and decision-making skills.

• 12+ years of experience in Program Management working with a cross functional team (Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Operations, etc.). Experience managing a wide variety of programs varying in contract value and complexity.

• Experience managing domestic and international commercial and government programs.
• Proficiency in program management software and tools.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred qualifications:

• Masters degree in Technical, Engineering-Related, or Business field of study
• 5+ years of technical experience in SATCOM, Telecommunications, Automotive or related industries.