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Director, Application Project DeliveryPeraton • San Diego, CA, US
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Director, Application Project Delivery

Director, Application Project Delivery

Peraton • San Diego, CA, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Director, Application Project Delivery

Peraton is seeking a Director, Application Project Delivery to lead and oversee the successful execution of technology and application delivery initiatives across the County of San Diego account.

This senior leader will ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget -while maintaining the highest standards of quality, client satisfaction, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, results-driven professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and is passionate about driving innovation and excellence in delivery execution.

As a trusted advisor to both Peraton and County leadership, the Director will shape strategic direction, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role will work directly with client leadership on escalations and continuous improvement efforts.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership

  • Lead and manage the overall delivery organization responsible for 80100 concurrent IT projects supporting County of San Diego functionally diverse departments.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and client stakeholders to align delivery strategies with organizational goals and contractual commitments.
  • Drive operational efficiency, service excellence, and measurable business outcomes.

Operational Oversight

  • Ensure consistent application of established project management methodologies within a dynamic and evolving environment.
  • Monitor delivery performance metricsschedule adherence, cost control, quality, and customer satisfactionand proactively address variances.
  • Lead governance, reporting, and risk management activities to ensure transparency and compliance.
  • Financial and Resource Management

  • Manage the financial health of the project delivery organization, including forecasting, budgeting, and margin optimization.
  • Partner with HR and Finance to align staffing, training, and resource allocation with evolving program demands.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Client and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for County leadership on delivery performance, escalations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior customer stakeholders and Peraton executive leadership.
  • Support new business development, transitions, and proposal efforts by showcasing Peraton's delivery excellence and technical depth.
  • People and Performance Leadership

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team of project delivery professionals, including architects, project managers, business analysts, and developers promoting accountability and professional growth.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, empowerment, and collaboration across all delivery teams.
  • Identify, develop, and retain emerging leaders to ensure long-term organizational strength.
  • Basic Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 16 years of professional experience
  • 8+ years of progressive project management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership or director level role
  • Proven success delivering large, complex, cross-functional projects
  • Experience managing project portfolios and leading high-performing teams
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card holders) is required.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Certifications : PMP or PgMP
  • Demonstrated success with five or more years in a senior management or director-level role overseeing cross-functional technology delivery teams.
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or ServiceNow.
  • Strategic and tactical thinker with a daily focus on driving results
  • Peraton Overview

    Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains : land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

    Target Salary Range

    $176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

    EEO

    EEO : Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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