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Government Contract Program Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

InterSources Inc

Program Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Program Manager will lead and manage complex Data Warehouse and business intelligence projects ... government agencies is a plus • Microsoft Word, PowerPoint • Microsoft Excel • Visio • Must ...

Guidehouse

Federal Health Program Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Experience serving as a primary client-facing lead for a government program, contract, or engagement. * Experience coordinating the recruitment, onboarding, deployment, and ongoing management of ...

TRC Talent Solutions

Program Manager

Johns Creek, GA · On-site

Client Overview Our client is a respected leader in electronics contract manufacturing, delivering ... Overview The Program Manager is responsible for leading customer programs from initiation through ...

US Department of the Treasury

Program Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$125K/yr

WHAT IS TEGE - Tax Exempt/Government Entities ? A description of the business units can be found at ... Specialized experience would include one year of substantive supervisory or program management ...

US Department of the Treasury

Program Manager

Smyrna, GA · On-site

$125K/yr

WHAT IS TEGE - Tax Exempt/Government Entities ? A description of the business units can be found at ... Specialized experience would include one year of substantive supervisory or program management ...

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How much do government contract program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for government contract program manager in Atlanta, GA is $103,340.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $127,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do government contract program manager jobs pay well?

Government contract program managers typically earn competitive salaries that vary based on experience, location, and agency. They often receive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, and certifications like PMP can enhance earning potential. Overall, these roles tend to offer stable compensation aligned with federal or state government pay scales.

What does a government contract program manager do in government contracting?

A government contract program manager oversees the planning, execution, and compliance of government contracts, ensuring projects meet contractual requirements, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate between government agencies, contractors, and stakeholders, often utilizing project management tools and maintaining knowledge of regulations such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

What does a government contract program manager do?

A government contract program manager oversees the planning, execution, and compliance of government contracts, ensuring projects meet contractual requirements, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate between government agencies, contractors, and internal teams, often requiring knowledge of procurement regulations and project management tools like MS Project or Primavera.
Government Contract Program Manager jobs near you
Infographic showing various Government Contract Program Manager job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,340 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

Program Manager

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Seneca Resources Company, LLC
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$100/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position Title:
Senior Program Manager - Government IT Modernization (Unemployment Insurance Transformation)
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid - Local Metro Atlanta Candidates Only)
Clearance Requirements:
None Required
Position Status:
Contract (12 Months with Potential for Extension)
Pay Rate:
$100.00/hour
Position Description:
Seneca Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead a high-profile government modernization initiative focused on transforming critical Unemployment Insurance (UI) systems supporting Benefits, Tax, and Appeals operations.
This role is ideal for a strategic leader with extensive experience delivering large-scale public sector technology programs, coordinating complex stakeholder environments, and driving enterprise implementations from planning through post-production stabilization.
The selected candidate will oversee day-to-day execution of a multi-workstream modernization effort designed to improve citizen services, enhance operational efficiency, strengthen system security, and enable scalable cloud-based digital experiences.
This position requires close collaboration with executive leadership, technology partners, implementation vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery, federal readiness compliance, and go-live execution.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Delivery Management
  • Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of a large-scale enterprise modernization program.
  • Coordinate activities across multiple functional workstreams and vendor teams.
  • Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, milestone plans, and delivery roadmaps.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies.
  • Monitor project budgets and provide ongoing financial reporting.
  • Drive problem-solving and decision-making to maintain program momentum and achieve strategic objectives.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary coordination point among executive leadership, technology partners, and implementation vendors.
  • Monitor vendor performance against contractual milestones and deliverables.
  • Facilitate issue resolution and escalation management.
  • Support innovative delivery approaches, including AI-assisted development and testing initiatives.
  • Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams and external partners.
Federal Readiness & Compliance
  • Coordinate activities supporting federal readiness and certification requirements.
  • Ensure completion of critical readiness artifacts, including:
    • End-to-end business scenario validation
    • Data reconciliation and validation
    • External interface certifications
    • Load and performance testing
    • Operational readiness documentation
    • Staff training validation
  • Support preparation of certification documentation required prior to production deployment.
Governance & Executive Reporting
  • Prepare and present status updates to executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Facilitate steering committee meetings and executive briefings.
  • Track decisions, action items, scope changes, and release priorities.
  • Provide transparent reporting on program health, risks, mitigation strategies, and delivery progress.
Implementation & Go-Live Readiness
  • Coordinate deployment readiness activities, including:
    • Data migration verification
    • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
    • Security, accessibility, and performance testing
    • Production environment preparation
    • Go-live rehearsals and rollback planning
  • Support Go/No-Go decision-making processes.
  • Lead post-go-live stabilization planning and transition activities.
Organizational Change & Operational Readiness
  • Partner with business leaders to prepare operational teams for transition.
  • Coordinate train-the-trainer and end-user training initiatives.
  • Align business workflows and operational processes with new system capabilities.
  • Promote adoption of new technologies and modernized business processes.
Required Skills/Education:
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience leading large-scale IT modernization or enterprise system implementation programs.
  • Demonstrated success managing complex government technology initiatives.
  • Experience supporting public sector modernization efforts within unemployment insurance, workforce systems, human services, or similarly regulated environments.
  • Proven experience managing multi-vendor delivery environments.
  • Strong understanding of state technology governance frameworks.
  • Experience with Agile, Hybrid Agile, iterative, or traditional project delivery methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience coordinating:
    • System development initiatives
    • System Integration Testing (SIT)
    • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
    • Data migration activities
    • Implementation readiness efforts
  • Experience supporting cloud-based or enterprise platform implementations.
  • Familiarity with executive governance structures and reporting requirements.
  • Knowledge of federal certification and readiness processes related to Unemployment Insurance modernization initiatives.
Required Certifications
Certifications must be active.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or equivalent project management certification.
  • Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience supporting Unemployment Insurance (UI) modernization initiatives.
  • Experience working within state government environments.
  • Background leading complex digital transformation programs with multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Exposure to AI-enabled software delivery practices.
Core Competencies
  • Enterprise Program Management
  • IT Modernization Leadership
  • Government Technology Programs
  • Program Governance
  • Vendor Management
  • Risk and Issue Management
  • Executive Communication
  • Budget Oversight
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Implementation Planning
  • Operational Readiness
  • Federal Compliance Coordination
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cloud Transformation Delivery
  • Strategic Planning
SEO Keywords
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About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.
When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path.
Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.
Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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