Program Manager

Description

Join a mission-driven team at ICF and help deliver innovative solutions that support our clients' most complex challenges. At ICF, we believe in the power of impactful work and intellectual rigor. Our people are smart, compassionate, and committed to making a difference for public and private sector clients across the globe. We foster a culture built on collaboration, mutual respect, and growth. We're seeking a highly motivated and seasoned program manager to join our portfolio of digital modernization projects supporting the State and Local market.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational oversight across multidisciplinary technical, engagement, and analytical teams delivering a large-scale enterprise program.
• Translate mission and business objectives into actionable strategies and execution plans.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels to drive program success.
• Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders to gather requirements, manage expectations, and provide clear communication on progress and challenges.
• Lead the development and implementation of a program management framework tailored to a complex, multi-team environment.
• Manage team growth and performance through hiring, onboarding, training, and continuous development.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, managing schedules, budgets, risks, and evolving priorities.
• Oversee internal program operations including budgeting, forecasting, contract management, and subcontractor coordination.
• Develop a strong understanding of the client's mission, organizational structure, and strategic goals to align program outcomes with long-term needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of experience leading technical or enterprise solution programs in government or mission-oriented sectors.
• 4+ years of experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams and large, cross-functional teams.
• PMP certification (Project Management Institute).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Must reside and work in the United States, as this role supports a public sector contract subject to U.S. laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collaborative, growth-oriented leadership style with a strong coaching mindset.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong skills in negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution.
• Familiarity with data platforms, emerging technologies (e.g., cloud, AI/ML, digital twins), or systems integration is a plus.
• Experience managing complex IT initiatives involving legal, policy, or governance considerations.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving initiative.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Generous vacation and retirement plans
• Supportive work environment with a focus on employee wellbeing
• Opportunities to participate in charity initiatives

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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer . Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :
$158,029.00 - $268,649.00

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