Sr. Program Manager, USDA Portfolio

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex projects focused on data analytics and reporting solutions.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Cook up project teams, including assigning tasks, tracking progress, and facilitating team meetings.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring that issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and end-users.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and reports, providing updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation, including project charters, statements of work, and project plans.
• Ensure compliance with USDA data governance policies and standards, maintaining data integrity and security.
• Manage project procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Monitor project performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimize project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Science, Project Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in managing large, complex government contracts that involved data architecture, reporting, and analytics supporting USDA.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects, including planning, execution, and closure.
• Strong technical skills in data modeling, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of successfully managing and delivering large-scale projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the client.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification.