Programs Director
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.
We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.
Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.
Responsibilities for this Position
Programs Director
US-FL-St Petersburg
Job ID: 2024-32472
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Project/Program Management
St Petersburg, FL
Overview
Plans, monitors and manages internal projects from initiation through completion | Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and indirect people management | Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions | Responsibilities are within the Project Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Has P&L responsibility.
- Implements and administers one or more corporate programs, typically consisting of multiple programs or sub-programs.
- Executes programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
- Participates in all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
- Promotes the program throughout the organization and tracks utilization.
- Supervises the work of program or project staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
- Evaluates program effectiveness by collecting and analyzing data in support of key performance metrics.
- Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
- Provides reports and updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
- Indirectly lead the work of other employees and may also have responsibility for their personal and or career development.
Impact of the Role
General Profile
- Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
- Manages one or more organization or enterprise-wide programs or processes that spans across multiple BUs and external partners
- May act as proxy to the leadership team to enable decisions and overall program(s) success
Qualifications
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 10-12 years experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or experience
- Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to develop and mentor others. Management skills. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Program management skills.
- Critical professional related technical skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business
Physical Demands
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
- Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel
- Less than 25% travel likely.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employees at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.
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