Director, Program Performance Management (PPM)

Saab is seeking a leader of our newly established Program Performance Management (PPM) function responsible for providing proactive and actionable program performance data. The candidate will lead a geographically dispersed team of PPM analysts focused on program planning/scheduling, Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting, risk/opportunity management support, and assessing/deploying associated tools. This position will report directly to the VP of Program Excellence and work closely with business leadership in formulating and executing program execution strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures alignment of program plans with organizational strategy and contractual requirements. Leads and mentors a team of managers, planners, Earned Value Management (EVM) Analysts, and tools team.

• Directs overall planning for an organization's activities to develop and promote the organization's vision and strategy.

• Directs the development of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) which encompasses required tasks, linkages, durations, resource optimization, and risk management.

• Ensures full integration of budget, cost, and schedule performance for EVM reporting.

• Responsible for providing line of business program, project, and product managers with tools and processes to achieve program and business objectives.

• Ensures the organization is recognized as value-added to the business through effective and efficient services including consistent implementation of analysis and recommendations, standard tools, policies and procedures based on program requirements.

• Creates policies & procedures appropriate for the program/product management function and EVM compliance.

• Interprets and recommends modifications to company-wide policies and practices.

• Conducts business briefings for senior leadership and for external representatives or customers.

• Interacts with external customers, subcontractors, government auditing agencies, and tool vendors.

• Establish and achieve operational and people objectives for the department.

• Travel required

Key Attributes:

• Leader: You're detailed- and process-oriented and adeptly manage several projects/initiatives and employees at once with supportive direction. You have relentlessly high standards and attention to the smallest details with the ability to adapt to change quickly.

• Team Player: You are involved in executing various aspects of each project being worked by the Program Excellence organization. You are highly motivated and willing to roll up your sleeves and get the job done, even in situations where the work is outside of the scope of your immediate role.

• Problem-Solver: You understand intent and goals for a project, propose plans to meet those needs, and autonomously pursue options to deliver results in a well-managed manner. You bring in data and metrics to ensure we're moving the ball down the field.

• Multi-tasking: You don't get overwhelmed or flustered easily as you're able to aptly prioritize and toggle between multiple high-project projects and processes successfully. You seek guidance to reprioritize as needed to adjust with changing business needs and take action with urgency as appropriate.

• Coach/Mentor: You are a sounding board for Saab's PMs, provide guidance, and counseling when needed across various scenarios in the PM lifecycle.

Compensation Range: $184,400 - $248,900

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in program/portfolio management in a government contracting or professional services environment.

• 15+ years of experience in program controls.

• Bachelor's Degree in a related business or technical discipline required.

• Must have extensive experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) including hands-on development of program schedules and budgets.

• Must have experience leading or supporting EVM Business System site validation with DCMA

• Experience with creating and managing geographically dispersed teams.

• Expert user for of MS Project, Primavera 6, OpenPlan, and Deltek Cobra. Including development of user dashboards via PowerBi.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

• Expert communication and writing skills.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.