Program Oversite Lead

Program Oversight Lead

Location: Missouri (onsite client environment; specific location provided during screening)

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Overview

We are seeking a Program Oversight Lead to support a large-scale public sector transformation initiative. This role will be responsible for independent program oversight, executive reporting, risk monitoring, and governance activities across a complex enterprise program environment.

The ideal candidate will bring experience supporting large ERP, enterprise modernization, or digital transformation programs and have a strong background in program governance, quality assurance, PMO, IV&V, or oversight functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent program oversight activities across schedule, performance, risk, and delivery workstreams

• Conduct program health assessments and identify emerging risks, issues, and dependencies

• Maintain and facilitate RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies) management processes

• Develop executive-level reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for senior leadership and oversight stakeholders

• Monitor program performance against established objectives, milestones, and governance standards

• Support escalation management and resolution tracking across multiple stakeholder groups

• Assess program controls, compliance activities, and governance processes

• Collaborate with program leadership, PMO teams, vendors, and client stakeholders to drive transparency and accountability

• Synthesize complex findings into actionable recommendations and executive-ready communications

Qualifications

• 7+ years of consulting experience supporting enterprise programs, ERP implementations, or large-scale transformation initiatives

• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V)
• Program Management Office (PMO)
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Program Governance or Independent Oversight

• Strong experience managing RAID logs, program health assessments, risk management, and escalation processes

• Experience developing executive-level reporting and presenting findings to senior stakeholders

• Familiarity with public sector governance, audits, controls, and oversight environments

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting state or federal government programs

• Background in ERP modernization initiatives

• Experience working within highly regulated or compliance-driven environments

• PMP, PgMP, PMI-RMP, CSM, or related certifications are a plus

Employment Type

Contract opportunity with potential for long-term engagement.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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