Program Manager

Stealth Entry LLC; Westerville (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

Stealth Entry LLC is seeking a dynamic Program Manager for a one-year contract with strong potential for extension to lead high‑impact initiatives for a direct government client. The role requires turning complex projects into seamless execution from day one in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of Project/Program Management experience, 8+ years in full lifecycle implementations, and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical study.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Project/Program Management experience.
• 8+ years of experience with full lifecycle implementation projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete lifecycle of projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate with sponsors, vendors, and stakeholders for approvals and sign-offs.
• Provide regular status reports and risk assessments to leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role:

Stealth Entry is seeking a dynamic and highly organized Program Manager for a one‑year contract with strong potential for extension, leading high‑impact initiatives for one of our direct government clients. If you’re energized by fast‑paced environments and excited to turn complex projects into seamless execution from day one, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make a powerful impact.

Years of Relevant Experience

• 8+ years of Project/Program Management experience
• 8+ years of experience with full lifecycle implementation projects, from requirements definition through implementation

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree (4-year degree) or equivalent technical study

Job Description

The Program Manager directs, controls, and administers programs and projects within the organization. This role is responsible for the successful execution of assigned initiatives and the overall management of the project team. The Program Manager ensures projects are completed on schedule and that final deliverables meet business, technical, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete lifecycle of projects, including initiation, planning, execution, and closure
• Ensure project compliance with established agency and project management standards and procedures
• Develop detailed project plans, identifying needs, tasks, milestones, scope, budget, and resources
• Deliver all work tasks defined in the project plan and capture/report required project management metrics
• Ensure all scope changes follow established change control procedures
• Track and manage project progress, monitor milestones, and take corrective action when needed
• Prepare and distribute project status reports; schedule and facilitate reviews
• Organize, prioritize, and oversee multiple work efforts across teams
• Tailor and baseline program/project templates as required
• Communicate timelines, milestones, phases, and deliverables to team leads and stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, vendors, and partners
• Analyze and distribute project metrics and work item reports
• Coordinate with project sponsors and key stakeholders for approvals and sign‑offs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project‑related issues and resolutions
• Coordinate and present proposals to agencies as needed
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks; track issues through closure
• Proactively anticipate and address project challenges
• Develop and monitor service commitments and project performance metrics
• Ensure all tasks support the program’s strategic direction and service goals
• Lead final project evaluation reviews and secure stakeholder approval upon completion
• Balance workload across project team members
• Plan project‑specific training and orientation needs

Mandatory Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels, including executives
• Experience managing vendors and vendor‑driven projects
• Experience leading technical/IT projects
• Proficiency with project management software

Certifications or Desired Skills

• Contract and vendor management
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Priority setting

Nice to Have Skills

• Change management
• Business analysis
• Conflict resolution
• Government and/or public sector project experience

About Us

Stealth Entry is an innovative and forward-thinking company based in Westerville, OH, committed to delivering exceptional solutions and results for our clients. Our team is built on a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth — making it a place where talented professionals truly thrive. We take pride in the work we do and the people we do it with.

Flexible work from home options available.