Senior Projects Execution Manager

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Senior Projects Execution Manager

Seize the opportunity to make a personal impact as a Senior Project Execution Manager supporting the Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management – Next-Gen (JSP ETM‑NG) program. At GDIT, you’ll contribute to complex programs and lead efforts that drive mission success.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation lead for funded projects and task orders.

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and overall performance across customer‑based

• Project Portfolios and program areas.

• Lead technical, administrative, and operational activities, including contract and subcontractor oversight.

• Supervise and guide technical and administrative staff; support hiring, performance evaluations, and staff development.

• Develop and review project plans, proposals, schedules, estimates, reports, and program documentation.

• Ensure quality assurance of all deliverables and coordinate development of products across teams and vendors.

• Attend customer meetings and act as the primary liaison with senior leaders, vendors, partner agencies, and client stakeholders.

• Support business development, including reviewing technical and cost proposals when required.

• Conduct planning, provide workload recommendations, and contribute to strategic initiatives and future project planning.

• Analyze project and program challenges and implement solutions related to scheduling, finance, technology, methodology, and risk.

• Support all aspects of project and program execution—from initiation through completion—ensuring communication, collaboration, and alignment across all DISA and broader portfolio activities.

• Prepare and present briefs, status reports, and technical reviews to leadership at all levels.

• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies, cloud platforms, cybersecurity requirements, and enterprise architecture.

• Participate in special projects as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your program management expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Senior Projects Execution Manager must have:

• Active Top-Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s Degree in related business or technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.

• 6+ years of related program or project management experience, including supervisory responsibilities.

• Experience leading technical projects or Cloud Service Offerings, preferably with Microsoft 365, Azure, enterprise networks, PKI, zero‑trust architecture, and cloud operations.

• Strong leadership, communication, and customer‑facing skills.

• Experience managing and coordinating resources across multiple concurrent projects.

• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project; ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities.

• Knowledge of project/program management methodologies, Agile practices, and the software development lifecycle.

• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies, mitigate risks, and support budget and performance management.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

6 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

ITIL 4 Foundation | PeopleCert - PeopleCert

Project Management Professional (PMP) | Project Management Institute (PMI) - Project Management Institute (PMI)

Travel Required

10-25%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required