Strategic Program Manager

Overview

About Unison: 

Unison’s products power the business of government to work smoother and smarter, making critical federal processes and acquisitions simpler and more effective. Trusted by over 200,000 federal employees and government contractors, our AI-infused software and deep domain expertise help contract shops, cost engineers, 1102s, program managers, and budgeting professionals cut through friction, keep compliance airtight, and sharpen decisions. Our federal focus brings efficiency, transparency, and clarity to complex data, regulations, and workflows, empowering agencies and executives to spend more minutes on mission and achieve strategic objectives. Unison is how federal business gets done. 

Unison is seeking a highly experienced Strategic Program Manager to guide organizational transformation, workforce realignment, and large-scale program initiatives within Federal agencies. This senior leader will partner directly with senior executives to drive organizational restructuring, workforce consolidation, and long-term strategic planning. The ideal candidate will bring a proven record of success leading enterprise-wide reorganizations, enabling efficiency, scalability, and high-performing teams in complex government environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on organizational design, workforce restructuring, and strategic transformation.
• Lead initiatives that streamline operations, consolidate workforces, and align staff and resources with enterprise mission goals.
• Oversee high-profile change programs from strategy through execution, including workforce transition planning, communications, and adoption.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across leadership, program teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of reorganization strategies.
• Provide oversight and thought leadership for large, complex Federal transformation programs, including ERP and acquisition/grants management modernization efforts.
• Guide project execution across planning, organizational redesign, technology enablement, and long-term operations.
• Build, manage, and mentor multi-disciplinary teams of consultants, project managers, and functional/technical leads.
• Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities to accelerate program outcomes.
• Represent Unison as a senior leader with clients, ensuring executive presence, credibility, and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in organizational transformation, workforce realignment, or enterprise program management within Federal agencies or large, complex organizations.
• Demonstrated success in organizational restructuring, staff consolidation, and reorganization of large organizations or workforces.
• Deep experience in strategic leadership and change management, with the ability to influence senior executives and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity with Federal ERP, acquisition, or grants management systems (PRISM or similar) strongly preferred.
• Strong background in program governance, portfolio management, and enterprise-level transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to oversee cross-functional teams and deliver high-impact outcomes under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to brief and influence senior executives and leadership teams
• PMP or other relevant certification a plus.

Why Join Unison: 

Unison has pioneered the creation of innovative software for federal agencies, program offices, and government contractors worldwide. We believe that there is power in moving in unison. Our culture and values reflect this belief and are central to achieving our mission of powering the business of government. Rather than chasing short-lived tech trends, Unison delivers proven software that simplifies the complexities of federal business. Our technology combines innovative thinking with precise federal know-how, addressing critical details others overlook. Designed with purpose and engineered to endure, our software provides consistent performance, allowing federal agencies and contractors to stay focused on their missions.

Unison provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, age, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.