Director, Human Resources Program Management

Company: Amentum
Location: Herndon
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Amentum is seeking a highly accomplished and experienced leader to join our organization as a Director, Human Resources Program Management. In this critical role, you will be responsible to establish a program management office (PMO), defining its vision, mission, and goals in alignment with company and organizational objectives, and driving the successful execution of the HR organization's strategic project portfolio and transformation initiatives. Your extensive leadership experience and technical knowledge, strategic acumen, and exceptional program management skills will be instrumental in achieving organizational objectives and driving transformative change.The Director, HR Program Management reports directly to the Chief People Officer. This is a HYBRID role, work on-site in Herndon, VA 2-3 days a week and remote-telework the other days. US Citizenship is required. A willingness to obtain a security clearance is required.This position must work cross-functionally with several business functions such as information technology, finance, global supply chain, compliance, and other functions to support projects that include mergers and acquisition integrations, continuous improvement, and HR/enterprise transformation. Experience in one or more of these areas is a plus.Essential Responsibilities:

• Portfolio governance and compliance: Establish and enforce robust portfolio management governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and templates; ensuring adherence to standard methodologies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Define portfolio governance structure, roles, and responsibilities. Monitor portfolio progress, assess interdependencies, and facilitate cross-functional coordination. Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for which the PMO will be audited to assess performance and compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned and industry best practices.
• Portfolio strategy and planning: Provide strategic direction and oversight for the organization's portfolio of strategic programs and initiatives. Align programs with the overall business strategy and goals. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define strategic objectives, success metrics, and key milestones. Review project/program management plans to ensure effective planning, execution, and control. Monitor portfolio performance, risks, and issues to drive successful outcomes.
• Stakeholder management: Build and maintain strong relationships with all cross-organizational stakeholders, including the C-Suite and other executive leadership, senior management, and external partners. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable project plans, providing effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Provide regular updates to stakeholders on the status, risks, and opportunities of all programs and projects. Resolve conflicts and address concerns to ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Team Management: Lead and inspire cross-functional project teams supporting the organization's portfolio of strategic programs and initiatives. Provide overall portfolio direction and provide mitigation support for risks and issues. Promote and enforce an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering work environment, encouraging innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Risk management and mitigation: Develop and enforce comprehensive risk management strategies across strategic programs. Implement risk mitigation measures, contingency plans, and escalation protocols. Monitor risk status and ensure effective communication and transparency. Foster a proactive risk management culture within the organization.
• Adoption Change Management: Foster a culture of change readiness, innovation, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement adoption change management strategies to maximize project adoption and minimize resistance. Be an Adoption Change Sponsor.
• Change Management: Assess and address the impact of projects on the organization, including changes in processes, systems, and culture. Conduct monthly reviews to ensure teams are following proper change management governance.
• Resource management and optimization: Lead resource allocation and optimization across the portfolio of programs and projects. Ensure appropriate resource allocation based on project priorities, skill sets, and capacity. Optimize resource utilization, balance workloads, and proactively address resource constraints or conflicts. Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.
• Financial Management and Budget Oversight: Monitor portfolio financials, budgets, and expenditures, ensuring financial accountability and cost control. Work with Finance and Accounting to establish a project code framework for tracking actual labor and costs based on project type. Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure financial transparency and compliance.
• Quality and Performance Management: Monitor portfolio performance against strategic objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and targets. Conduct regular portfolio reviews to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous performance enhancement. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure portfolio outcomes meet or exceed expectations. Implement strategies to optimize the portfolio value and benefits realization. Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Communications Management: Provide and facilitate excellent/robust communication; run effective meetings with clear objectives. Provide presentations to large audiences and demonstrate advanced and effective business writing skills. Expedite initiatives amidst ever-changing business requirements and organization priorities. Maintains relationships with functional organizations; is cognizant of project impacts on any aspect of other initiatives and vice versa. Seeks input from supervisor and mentors and appropriately and accurately applies comments/feedback. Prepares and/or reviews executive-level presentations.Knowledge and Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, to include Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and SharePoint.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Project and Project Online required.
  • Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking abilities, with a focus on achieving business objectives. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
  • Strong team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset. Capacity to navigate ambiguity and make data-driven decisions.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to present complex technical information to a non-technical audience. Ability to communicate true status of projects even if the message is not favorable.
  • Extensive experience as a project manager, successfully leading and delivering large-scale, complex projects.Minimum Position and Abilities Required:
    • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration). Advanced degree preferred.
    • Typically 12-15 years of Human Resources leadership and project management experience; acquisition/integration project experience is a plus.
    • Proven track record in building and strengthening a Program Management function to successfully drive strategic programs and initiatives, to include leadership experience managing a HRPMO function.
    • Advanced skills in Microsoft Project and Project Online is required.
    • In-depth knowledge and application of PMI's project management methodology is required. PMP certification is preferred.
    • Must be a U.S. citizen with the willingness/ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
    • Experience in managing HR project portfolios within a government contracting environment is desirable.
    • Relevant project management certifications (e.g., PfMP, PgMP, Agile, Scrum, Lean Six Sigma) are highly desirable.Work Environment:
      • CONUS: Normal office environment.
      • On occasion, work extended hours (other than normal business hours) to support business requirements to meet customer needs.
      • Must possess planning/organizing skills.
      • Must be able to work under deadlines.
      • This position is hybrid to our Reston, Virginia office. Occasional travel may
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