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Job Title : Program Manager Work Type : Hybrid Location : Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Start Date : 07/01/2026 End Date : 06/30/2027 Industry Category : Information Technology / Government Employment Type : 1099 Contract Pay Rate : $69 – $89 per hour Requisition ID : 804963 Overview We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead critical technology initiatives supporting the Tolling Division. This role is responsible for overseeing complex application development and operational programs, ensuring successful delivery across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), and driving strategic technology outcomes that support EZPass and tolling-related services. Application Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only two candidate submissions are permitted per vendor for this requisition. Candidates must: Physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment Be willing to participate in an in-person interview Meet all required experience and qualification criteria Job Description The Program Manager will provide leadership, planning, organization, and delivery oversight for a diverse technology program team responsible for EZPass application development, support, maintenance, modernization, and operational excellence. This role drives successful execution of technology initiatives, ensures alignment with Tolling Division strategy, and collaborates with stakeholders across business and technical functions to deliver value throughout the program lifecycle. The Program Manager will oversee program execution, resource planning, risk management, procurement activities, application lifecycle management, and continuous improvement efforts while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment. Success in this role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication skills, expertise in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and the ability to balance competing priorities involving scope, schedule, quality, and cost. Responsibilities Program Leadership & Delivery Lead and motivate cross-functional program teams throughout planning, development, implementation, and operational support activities Establish program goals aligned with agency technology objectives and business priorities Drive consistent program delivery across the full lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and transition to operations Manage program scope, schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and delivery outcomes Track and communicate program progress, milestones, risks, and performance metrics to stakeholders Team Development & Management Lead, mentor, and develop application development teams consisting of employees and contractors Hold teams accountable for commitments, deliverables, and performance expectations Remove obstacles and facilitate solutions that enable successful project execution Foster a positive, collaborative culture aligned with VDOT values and mission Support team growth and continuous improvement initiatives Application & Technology Management Oversee development, maintenance, enhancement, modernization, and support of EZPass applications Ensure high levels of application performance, scalability, reliability, and security Lead application lifecycle management activities across multiple technology initiatives Support technical debt reduction and application refactoring efforts Promote adoption of modern infrastructure practices and cloud-based technologies Stakeholder & Vendor Management Manage relationships with executive leadership, business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, suppliers, and program sponsors Facilitate collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to achieve program objectives Lead requirements discovery and documentation efforts for requests for proposals (RFPs) and statements of requirements (SORs) Coordinate procurement-related activities and vendor engagements