Senior Manager – Program Delivery

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Define program vision, delivery strategy, roadmaps, funding models, and success metrics
• Drive cross‑program dependency management, risk mitigation, and delivery governance
• Ensure consistent delivery excellence, transparency, and value realization across all initiatives
• Influence enterprise delivery standards, tooling, and operating models for AI/Data programs

• Act as a Senior Agile Leader, overseeing multiple Scrum Masters, Project Managers, and delivery leads
• Apply Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or hybrid delivery models based on program needs
• Coach teams and leaders on Agile mindset, servant leadership, and outcome‑driven delivery
• Drive continuous improvement through metrics (velocity, predictability, flow, quality)

• Lead delivery of initiatives involving AI/ML, GenAI, Data Platforms, Analytics, and Cloud‑based solutions
• Ensure strong governance across data quality, model lifecycle, MLOps, security, compliance, and Responsible AI
• Translate complex AI/Data initiatives into clear execution plans and measurable business outcomes

What You Will Need:

• 15+ years of experience in Program and Project Management, including Agile / Scrum leadership
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale AI and Data initiatives, managing end-to-end program budgets between USD $10M - $ 40M, and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams of 10 or more members to achieve business outcomes.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise‑scale AI, Data, Analytics, or ML programs
• Strong experience with scaled agile delivery and complex dependency management
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and executive presence
• Strong financial, risk, and delivery governance acumen

• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern data ecosystems
• Familiarity with MLOps, DevOps, DataOps, and model governance practices
• Experience operating in highly regulated or global enterprise environments

What Would Be Nice To Have:
 

• Directly manage and mentor Program Managers, Project Managers, Scrum Masters, and Delivery Leads
• Build high‑performing, diverse delivery teams with a strong culture of accountability and collaboration
• Drive talent development, performance management, and succession planning
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and delivery ownership

• Serve as the primary delivery interface for senior executives and business sponsors
• Provide clear, concise executive communication on progress, risks, trade‑offs, and decisions
• Influence prioritization and investment decisions across competing initiatives
• Manage complex stakeholder ecosystems across business, technology, vendors, and partners

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

About Guidehouse

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