Project Manager - (San Diego, CA)

Project Manager

Serco is hiring a Project Manager to be part of a dynamic team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate has supported program execution across technical, operational, and compliance domains, understands DoD environments, and brings lessons learned from complex challenges, including failed or delayed initiatives. You will lead integrated teams, drive delivery, and guide stakeholders through programmatic complexity with resilience and insight. This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance In this role you will :

• Lead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs that support DoD clients and contract deliverables.
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, and budgets that align with DoD acquisition and performance requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and government stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission goals and compliance standards.
• Support all phases of the program lifecycle, including planning, execution, performance tracking, reporting, and closeout.
• Identify risks and apply experience from past program support challenges, including exposure to underperforming or failed efforts.
• Implement lessons learned to improve program efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance future performance.
• Ensure all documentation meets DoD and organizational standards, including status reports, risk management plans, and milestone tracking.
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams and help translate technical requirements into program execution strategies.

Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will have :