AI & Data - Contractor Team Lead

Contractor Team Lead (Deputy Program Manager)

Guidehouse is seeking a Contractor Team Lead (Deputy Program Manager) to support day-to-day program execution for a large-scale data, cloud, and analytics modernization effort. This role serves as the primary deputy to the Program Manager and is accountable for operational delivery, PMO execution, and coordination across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the Deputy Program Manager, supporting overall program execution, governance, and delivery oversight.
• Lead development and management of PMO artifacts including schedules, status reports, risk and issue logs, and dashboards.
• Oversee day-to-day operations across cloud, data, platform, and analytics work streams.
• Support program financial management, including budget tracking, forecasting, and invoice support.
• Coordinate delivery activities across multiple vendors, internal teams, and client stakeholders.
• Track and manage program risks, issues, dependencies, and action items, escalating as needed.
• Ensure adherence to Agile delivery practices, client standards, and quality expectations.

What You Will Need:

• US Citizenship is required
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience supporting or leading complex IT, data, or cloud programs.
• Experience supporting PMO operations in cloud or data platform environments (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS).
• Strong delivery coordination, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in Agile program environments.
• PMP and/or PMI-ACP certification.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan Pay Down
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend