Program Manager-Albuquerque, NM

Accenture Federal Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 118,400 - 260,900; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services seeks a senior program manager to lead IT/Telecommunications programs across defense, national security, civilian, and health domains. You will translate strategy into plans, optimize resources, and ensure delivery within budget and schedule while meeting federal standards.

You will mentor teams, coordinate with government clients, present progress to stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement to achieve mission impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience or 14 years of experience with no Degree.
• One of the following certifications is required: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) OR PMI.
• Experience in strategic planning and resource management.
• Experience leading and managing cross‑functional teams supporting the federal space.
• Experience interfacing and presenting to government clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT/Telecommunications programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop and execute strategic plans while efficiently managing resources across programs.
• Collaborate with Federal and Contractor personnel, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Oversee program performance, ensuring deliverables meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Train, mentor, and manage team members to support their professional development and ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Government regulations and standards.

Skills

Strategic planning

Resource management

Cross-functional leadership

Government client interfacing

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 12+ years experience

Master’s degree + 10+ years experience

No degree + 14 years experience

Tools

PMP/PgMP/PMI certification

ITIL certification

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT/Telecommunications programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop and execute strategic plans while efficiently managing resources across programs.
• Collaborate with Federal and Contractor personnel, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Oversee program performance, ensuring deliverables meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Train, mentor, and manage team members to support their professional development and ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Government regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience or 14 years of experience with no Degree.
• One of the following certifications is required: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) OR PMI.
• Experience in strategic planning and resource management.
• Experience leading and managing cross‑functional teams supporting the federal space.
• Experience interfacing and presenting to government clients.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• ITIL certification or equivalent knowledge/experience.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is: $118,400—$260,900 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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