Senior Program Manager

Insight Global; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Cincinnati, OH seeks an experienced Senior Program Manager to own end-to-end program performance, including schedule adherence, cost control, and profitability. You will lead a matrixed team of engineers, manufacturing, and supply chain professionals, driving strategic milestones and governance of the IMS.

The role requires 8+ years of complex program leadership, strong FAR/DFAR knowledge, and the ability to influence senior leaders across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related technical field; Business Management degree considered.
• 8+ years leading complex technical programs in design/manufacturing/defense environments.
• Direct experience in design/build or complex manufacturing environments.
• PMP certification strongly preferred.
• Strong English communications skills (verbal, written, presentation).
• Experience managing major subcontractors/suppliers globally.
• FAR/DFAR contracting knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leaders.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Own full program ownership including schedule adherence, cost control, technical execution, and profitability.
• Manage strategic customer relationships and major negotiations.
• Develop and execute the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and program budget; govern critical path.
• Identify and mitigate program risks; pursue opportunities to improve performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality.
• Oversee subcontractors and suppliers to meet technical, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Oversee program financials including variance analysis and EAC reporting.
• Mentor junior program managers and promote best practices.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Team motivation

Financial acumen

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Influence without authority

Strategic program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Business management degree considered

Tools

MS Office/Office 365

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

• Full Program Ownership: Lead the integrated program team, assuming full accountability for program performance, including schedule adherence, cost control, technical execution, and profitability.
• Strategic Customer Management: Own the senior-level customer relationship, acting as a trusted partner to manage expectations, lead major negotiations, and ensure total satisfaction.
• Planning & Execution: Develop, maintain, and execute the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and program budget. Establish strategic milestones and govern the program's critical path.
• Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate significant program risks while actively developing and pursuing opportunities to improve performance and profitability.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Drive execution and integration across a matrixed team of engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality experts. Influence without direct authority and ensure seamless collaboration.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Governance: Oversee the performance and strategy for major subcontractors and key suppliers, ensuring they meet all technical, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Financial Oversight: Own the program's financial performance, including variance analysis, Estimate at Complete (EAC) reporting, and presenting program health to executive leadership.
• Process Improvement & Mentorship: Champion and implement program management best practices to mature organizational processes. Mentor junior program managers and other team members.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field is strongly preferred. A degree in Business Management will also be considered.
• A minimum of 8+ years of demonstrated success leading complex technical programs in a design, manufacturing, or defense/aerospace environment.
• Direct experience in design/build or complex manufacturing environments is required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and influence senior leaders.
• Strong command of government contracting, including FAR / DFAR regulations.
• Demonstrated experience managing major subcontractors and suppliers on a global scale.
• Excellent business power user IT skills (MS Office & Office 365, MS Project)
• Previous experience in a machine shop is a plus.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability.
• Strong English language communications skills (verbal, written and presentation); ability to clearly and concisely express and present information (or data) to non-technical associates, peers, and senior management.
• Strong financial acumen related to reporting and decision-making.
• Highly motivated, self-determined spirit.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Occasionally lift and move materials up to 10 pounds.
• Usual office working conditions with the mix of a production environment.
• Expert financial acumen with deep experience managing program budgets, EACs, and P&L.
• Proven ability to operate effectively and drive results in an environment with evolving processes and high ambiguity.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel up to 20%.