Direct message the job poster from Brooksource Project Director SaaS Modernization Program Location: Hybrid Type: Long-Term Contract (Funded through end of 2026) Industry: Government / Public Sector / Technology Modernization SUMMARY We are seeking a Project Director to lead a complex, large-scale Offender Management System (OMS) modernization initiative. This program involves replacing a legacy mainframe system with a modern SaaS-based solution, requiring coordination across internal IT leadership, multiple vendors, and diverse stakeholder groups. The ideal candidate will possess deep experience in legacy system overhauls, government technology projects, and cross-functional program delivery using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation skills, along with the ability to deliver results in high-stakes, multi-agency environments. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the primary point of contact across multiple stakeholders and vendors, managing priorities and expectations. Oversee full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Lead collaboration between IT teams, business stakeholders, and external solution providers to drive outcomes. Maintain and update all core project documentation, including charters, roadmaps, reports, and communication plans. Resolve risks, conflicts, and scope changes proactively with minimal oversight. Provide regular performance updates to executive stakeholders and sponsors. Manage budget, schedules, scope, resource allocation, and quality assurance. Ensure vendor accountability and compliance with defined KPIs and deliverables. Champion change management and system adoption efforts across teams. Support PMO initiatives through mentorship, process refinement, and best practice sharing. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelors Degree required; Masters preferred. PMP or equivalent certification preferred. 10+ years of project management experience leading enterprise-scale IT initiatives. 3+ years managing multi-vendor or criminal justice/public safety-related technology programs. Experience with SaaS migrations, legacy system modernization, or digital transformation is essential. KEY SKILLS Advanced use of project management tools: Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, SharePoint, Planview. Strong understanding of public safety or enterprise-level case management systems. Proven success leading highly visible, cross-functional programs. Exceptional communication skills with ability to interface across technical and business domains. Agile and Waterfall project delivery experience. Strong stakeholder and vendor management capabilities. High adaptability, emotional intelligence, and strategic problem-solving mindset. Comfortable presenting to senior executives and steering committees. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Brooksource by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance Get notified about new Program Manager jobs in Nashville Metropolitan Area. Senior Program Manager, World Wide Operations Program Manager, Operations Integration II, Customer Experience Operations Sr. Program Manager, World Wide Operations Senior Program Manager, Same Day Programs Senior Program Manager, World Wide Operations Senior Program Manager, World Wide Operations Senior Program Manager, World Wide Operations Senior Program Manager, World Wide Operations Sr. Program Manager Sustainability, Sustainability Strategy & Execution, North America Operations Program Manager, Implementation Standards Principal Program Manager, Same Day Operations Sr. Program Manager Sustainability, Sustainability Strategy & Execution, North America Operations Sr. Program Manager, Device Service, AMZL Field Program Manager, Time And Distance Authority Sr Program Manager, Change Management, WW Retail Growth & Development Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Project Director