Senior Program Manager

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About this Role

COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Senior Program Manager, DoW Vertical

DEPARTMENT: DoW (Department of War / Defense)

LOCATION: Remote, United States. Travel to customer sites, partner offices, conferences and QGS HQ as needed

REPORTS TO: Program Director, DoW (Tyler Siskowic)

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

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. Identity 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. Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and key stakeholders, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships for long-term program success.
• 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.

What You'll Bring

Required Education and Experience

• 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).

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:

Required Licenses/Certifications

• None required for this position.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• None required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance is a plus.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities; the Capture Lead operates as an individual contributor within the DoW vertical team.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 50%

Overnight required: Yes  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”]

• Stationary Position - Constantly
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
• Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions______________________

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at orodriguez@quantags.com

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What You'll Get

Our Benefits & Perks

• 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

Growth & Development

• Ongoing training and development programs
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

• 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)

Family Support

• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.