Senior Program Manager Ports & Borders

The Senior Program Manager Ports and Borders will oversee coordination management and execution of all program activities to include Civil Works scoping management and execution delivery of products and/or services demonstration of customer specification performance and quality scope management cost management scheduling resourcing risk management and realization of revenue and profit during the entire lifecycle of a program or project.

Job duties to include but are not limited to;

• Leads and is responsible for all contract requirement deliverables to include all design testing installation and training elements of the program and/or order/project.
• Works directly with the Key Government Representatives to drive Program Compliance Submittal of funding requests billing contract modifications creation of White Papers.
• Experience with development of a PM plan defining scope planning developing cost and risk plans procurement manufacturing performing QC testing delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries and working the program through final payment.
• Develops and manages process for issues identification and resolution. Appropriately escalates unresolved issues in accordance with the Smiths governance model.
• Conducts risk assessment of program deliverables based on impact and probability and takes action to mediate risk. Appropriately escalates risks in accordance with governance model.
• Monitors program readiness for achieving deliverables and makes necessary adjustments to achieve deliverables are compliant on time and within budget.
• Develops and maintains lessons learned document
• Assists Business Development Sales and Product Development activities by conducting feasibility analyses of potential programs.
• Analyzes and responds to Requests for Proposal (RFP) Requests for Quote (RFQ) and Requests for Information (RFI) in accordance with Smiths criteria for program acceptance and rejection.
• Identifies business development and value added sales opportunities related to programs supports product management efforts to manage the lifecycle of products and/or services including improvements enhancement and obsolescence and supports negotiations with customers.
• Reports program status to all stakeholders prepares and presents periodic status reports and monthly Program Management Reviews.
• Benchmark program management approaches and developments with external customers and promote best practice with other Smiths colleagues.
• Create effective business communication encompassing technical proposals for customer requirements business briefings and presentations.
• Training and coaching direct reports and other Smiths colleagues where appropriate.
• Comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations.
• Complying with and promoting all relevant legal requirements & Smiths policies and procedures including business ethics data protection and health & safety
   

Qualifications :

Education/training:

• PMP accreditation
• BS or BA degree in related technology or business management.

Experience:

• 10 years of program management experience.
• Experience managing a cross-functional team indirectly.
• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Understanding of global business and US specific government business.
• Ability to implement lead and direct program team in use of company or industry standards for program management & related processes.
• Experience in obtaining various permits licenses and certifications for contract requirements.
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
• Previous experience in hardware programs ordering materials delivery of equipment.

Knowledge/Skills/Others:

• Civil Works program management experience preferred.
• Experience working on U.S. government contracts and/or with the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) service a big plus.
• Working knowledge of financial concepts and measurements to program management e.g. ROI earned value management net present value.
• Development of a PM plan defining scope planning developing cost and risk plans procurement manufacturing performing QC testing delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries and working the program through final payment.
• Able to manage cross-functional teams in a matrix environment influence people outside of direct reporting relationships (matrix organization) and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Proficient using MS Office suite and MS Project.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time at various stages of a program
• Applicant must be a U.S. Person (citizen green card holder or other permanent resident) and able to pass government background checks and/or security clearance(s).

Additional Information :

We offer

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. Youll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Youll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement please email .

The total compensation for this position ranges from $109800 - $197520.00/yr (Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please e-mail  or call toll-free . This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability will not receive a response. Smiths Detection Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time