Senior Program Director - Program Management (POTFF) - Tampa, FL

Maximus; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 133,000 - 293,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus in Riverview, FL is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead enterprise-scale programs with broad accountability for outcomes and senior client relationships.

You will define delivery strategies, manage budgets and P&L, establish operating models, and ensure compliance and audit readiness. The role requires 12+ years of experience in government-focused programs and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of progressive program management experience.
• Experience leading large, global, government-focused programs.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and P&L across multi-location teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs with enterprise-level accountability, governance, and senior client relationships.
• Define strategies and objectives aligned with client priorities and drive delivery.
• Ensure financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Establish operating model, policies, and controls for scalable programs.
• Lead organizational development and cross-functional collaboration with executives.

Skills

Program leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

P&L management

Governance & controls

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Lead one or more highly complex and/or enterprise-critical programs with broad accountability for outcomes, governance, and senior client relationships. May lead a single very large program or a portfolio of programs and typically oversee a substantial staffing footprint with responsibility for setting delivery strategy and operating model.- Define and drive program and functional strategies, establishing short- to mid-term objectives aligned with business and client priorities.- Provide full accountability for program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, profitability, and P&L management.- Establish the operating framework, workforce strategy, and resource model for large-scale programs, ensuring operational effectiveness, scalability, and achievement of financial and business objectives.- Develop, implement, and govern program-wide policies, procedures, standards, and controls to ensure operational consistency, compliance, risk mitigation, and audit readiness.- Resolve complex operational, financial, and organizational challenges while driving continuous improvement, innovation, efficiency, and scalability.- Lead and develop a multi-layered organization through performance management, coaching, succession planning, and leadership development.- Partner with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to establish priorities, allocate resources, and ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives.- Build and maintain strong customer, stakeholder, and industry relationships, communicating operational performance, technology initiatives, risks, and strategic priorities to support customer satisfaction, retention, and business growth.- Lead technology enablement and business development efforts, including adoption of operational technologies, solution development, strategic planning, and support of RFP, RFI, and RFQ responses.Minimum Requirements- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 12+ years of progressive professional experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.- Experience supporting USSOCOM, Special Operations Forces, Human Performance, Military Readiness, or similar mission-focused programs.- Demonstrated experience leading large-scale global government contract operations, including responsibility for operational performance, workforce management, compliance, financial oversight, and customer satisfaction.- Experience leading geographically dispersed teams in complex operational environments.- Familiarity with Personal Services Contracts (PSC) and workforce management requirements.- Proven ability to collaborate with senior government officials, military leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.Preferred Requirements- Active Secret clearance preferred.EEO StatementMaximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.Pay TransparencyMaximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.AccommodationsMaximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at [e-mail] .Minimum Salary$133,200.00Maximum Salary$293,000.00