Program Manager II (Non-Technical)

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) provides expert management consulting, program and project management, and technical consulting services to government and private-sector clients. SMSI has built a strong reputation for client-focused performance, delivering innovative solutions and measurable results that help clients achieve their goals, meet critical commitments, and successfully reach key milestones.

Job Summary

SMSI is seeking an experienced Program Manager II (Non-Technical) to oversee and manage a portfolio of infrastructure programs and initiatives in support of our client, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This position will serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external customers and stakeholders, providing leadership, strategic direction, and coordination throughout all phases of program execution. Key responsibilities include establishing program objectives, defining project scope, developing schedules and budgets, identifying funding requirements, setting priorities, and monitoring key performance milestones to ensure programs are delivered successfully, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational goals. This is an on-site position based in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and tactical planning, coordination, and oversight of moderately complex, multi-year program activities in support of organizational and Laboratory priorities.
• Coordinate resources and program activities across project teams, line organizations, and supporting functions to ensure effective execution and alignment.
• Ensure program activities are integrated with Laboratory commitments and requirements related to safety, security, environmental compliance, quality, contractor assurance, and business operations.
• Develop, maintain, and oversee program execution plans, including cost, scope, schedule, resource requirements, and performance baselines.
• Monitor program performance against established goals, deliverables, schedules, and milestones to ensure successful execution.
• Manage program change control processes, evaluating proposed changes to scope, cost, schedule, and resources while maintaining alignment with established objectives.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate program and portfolio risks, issues, and potential impacts to successful execution.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with internal and external customers, stakeholders, and program partners.
• Prepare and deliver clear, accurate, and timely program status reports, performance updates, and recommendations to customers, management, and Laboratory leadership.
• Provide oversight and guidance to ensure program activities remain aligned with Laboratory commitments, operational requirements, funding constraints, and strategic priorities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement strategies to enhance program coordination, efficiency, accountability, and overall performance.

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making in addressing program challenges, resolving issues, and balancing competing priorities.
• Facilitate collaboration, build consensus, and resolve conflicts among stakeholders to achieve program goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and align resources across project teams and organizational functions to support program priorities and successful delivery.
• Work closely with project and line management to maintain accountability for program cost, schedule, progress, and deliverables.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration, and coordination to ensure alignment between program objectives and organizational commitments.
• Support PIT-INFRA’s infrastructure modernization mission by ensuring program activities advance strategic priorities and deliver measurable results.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.
• Must have a Real ID driver's license.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 12 years of experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.