Program Manager

GAL AeroStaff; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 110,208 - 137,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off benefits such as vacations and holidays

Insurance and other benefits

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff in Lawrenceville, Georgia is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee program execution and manage stakeholder communications. The role involves managing complex operational and project-driven initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and project management skills, with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in managing large programs. Compensation is competitive at $80.00 – $100.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing large and complex programs or projects required.
• Previous Program Management and/or Project Management experience required.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and cross-functional teams required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily program activities throughout the full program life cycle.
• Define and maintain program governance structures and controls.
• Manage program budgets, resources, timelines, and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Dependability

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Project Management certifications (PMP, PgMP, or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.
In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position – Program Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to support complex operational and project-driven initiatives. This role is responsible for overseeing program execution, governance, budgeting, stakeholder communication, and coordination across multiple projects to ensure successful delivery of program objectives.

Summary

The Program Manager serves as the operational lead across multiple projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment between deliverables, business objectives, and organizational goals. This role requires strong leadership, project management expertise, and the ability to manage large and complex programs in a fast‑paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage daily program activities throughout the full program life cycle
• Define and maintain program governance structures and controls
• Plan and oversee overall program execution and monitor progress across projects
• Manage program budgets, resources, timelines, and deliverables
• Identify program risks and issues and implement corrective actions as needed
• Coordinate projects and manage interdependencies between teams and stakeholders
• Manage and allocate resources effectively across multiple projects
• Lead stakeholder communication and provide regular program updates
• Align program deliverables with overall business objectives and operational outcomes
• Maintain and manage program documentation, including initiation and planning documents
• Support process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership, operations, engineering, and support teams
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership – Leads programs and teams effectively while driving operational success
• Communication – Communicates clearly with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Dependability – Maintains accountability and follows through on commitments
• Initiative – Takes ownership of projects and drives results proactively
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively across departments and functions
• Work Quality – Ensures accuracy, organization, and successful program execution
• Problem Solving – Identifies issues and develops innovative solutions
• Planning & Organization – Effectively manages priorities, timelines, budgets, and resources

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Strong experience managing large and complex programs or projects required
• Previous Program Management and/or Project Management experience required
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and cross-functional teams required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Project Management certifications (PMP, PgMP, or similar) preferred.

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $80.00 – $100.00 per hour (based on experience)

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies and techniques
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non‑technical teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to drive operational execution and program delivery in fast‑paced environments
• Strong organizational and documentation management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools