Vice President of Programs (Public Safety Communications / Project Leadership / RF & LMR System[...]

Gatesource Hr; United States; Presencial; USD 140.000 - 230.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading recruitment firm in Florida is seeking a Vice President of Programs to oversee project execution and team management. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in managing complex IT or construction projects, strong financial management skills, and a proven track record of leadership. This role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The Vice President will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered successfully and on budget, with an emphasis on public safety communications systems.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree and PMP certification required.
• 10+ years of experience in managing complex projects.
• Proficient in financial management including budgeting.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop project teams for successful delivery.
• Partner with leaders to allocate resources effectively.
• Set objectives and maintain alignment across stakeholders.
• Oversee budgets and financial reports for each program.
• Review and provide input on contractual terms and conditions.
• Manage the entire project development process including scope definition, planning, documentation, and execution.
• Ensure effective communication across all project stakeholders and teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback for Programs team members.
• Identify and build strategic relationships that support program success.
• Facilitate post-project reviews and implement lessons learned for future improvements.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Conocimientos

Project management

Financial management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Management

PMP or equivalent certification

Herramientas

Gantt charts

Descripción del empleo

Vice President of Programs (Public Safety Communications / Project Leadership / RF & LMR Systems) – Florida

NA, United States | Posted on 07/23/2025

Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, GateSource HR is an international recruitment and human resources consulting firm with a global footprint. We work with businesses and institutions of all sizes, from start-ups to large organizations, and assist in converting international HR challenges into growth opportunities. Our recruitment and staffing specialists partner with clients and candidates to fill roles in Agriculture, Banking, Construction, Engineering, Finance, Energy, Mining across the Americas.

Job Description

We are looking for a newVice President of Programs who would report to the Chief Operating Officer (COO). The Vice President of Programs is responsible for leading and managing the full lifecycle of project execution within the organization. The role focuses on ensuring timely, on‑budget, and quality delivery of all initiatives. This includes strategic planning, process optimization, budgeting, and team leadership. The VP will oversee Project Managers and Site Managers, guide them on financial targets, and serve as the key liaison to executive leadership for updates and escalations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop project teams to ensure successful execution of deliverables.
• Partner with department leaders to allocate resources and assign project personnel.
• Set project objectives, timelines, and expectations, and maintain alignment across stakeholders.
• Oversee preparation of budgets and financial reports for each program.
• Review and provide input on contractual terms and conditions.
• Manage the entire project development process including scope definition, planning, documentation, and execution.
• Ensure effective communication across all project stakeholders and teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback for Programs team members.
• Evaluate staffing needs and oversee recruitment for project‑specific personnel.
• Identify and build strategic relationships that support program success.
• Facilitate post‑project reviews and implement lessons learned for future improvements.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification required.
• Over 10 years of hands‑on experience managing complex projects, particularly in IT or construction‑related environments.
• Proficiency in financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow oversight.
• Proven leadership experience with a minimum of 7 years managing teams.
• Skilled in navigating changing priorities and guiding cross‑functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of project planning tools, including Gantt charts.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Background in Public Safety Communications including Land Mobile Radio (LMR), Radio Frequency (RF) systems, Bi‑Directional Amplifiers (BDA), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), and P25 systems.