Director, Strategic Programs - Government

Allied Universal

$105K — $155K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 10+ years in program or installation leadership within construction, security integration, or mission-critical environments.
  • 5+ years of operational and financial performance management experience.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale projects or portfolios exceeding $50M in value, especially in security-related systems.
  • Current driver's license required for business travel.
  • Ability to travel up to 40%, including remote locations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and BI tools for analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Manage strategic installation operations for a $75M+ government portfolio.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team through coaching and compliance audits.
  • Collaborate with regional leadership and sales teams to align on program goals.
  • Ensure compliance with contracts, schedules, budgets, and federal regulations.
  • Oversee resource planning and subcontractor performance across multiple sites.
  • Conduct monthly reviews of project performance and cost metrics.
  • Build relationships with government clients and represent the company in high-level meetings.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Eight paid holidays and a mix of sick and personal days.
  • Accrued vacation time at 3.08 hours biweekly, with some payout where legally required.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Allied Universal® Technology Services is seeking a Director of Strategic - Government Programs to lead construction and security integration projects totaling over $75 million. This role manages Program and Project Managers, and Field Installation Teams across regions, ensuring compliance with contracts, security standards, and client expectations. The Director oversees all phases of execution-from planning to commissioning-focusing on operational excellence, budget control, and quality assurance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership & Team Development
  • Manage strategic installation operations for a $75M+ government portfolio while guiding Program Managers through concurrent construction and integration projects
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team through coaching, succession planning, and compliance-focused audits
  • Collaborate across regional leadership, Sales, Engineering, and Operations to ensure program alignment and success

Program Oversight & Delivery
  • Ensure compliance with contract scope, schedule, budget, and federal regulations (FAR/DFARS, NISPOM)
  • Oversee resource planning, manpower forecasting, and subcontractor performance across sites
  • Conduct monthly reviews of project progress, performance, cost metrics (CPI/SPI), while tracking key performance metrics across projects

Financial, Compliance & Client Engagement
  • Strong business acumen with experience in P&L ownership, project margin management and operational forecasting, while driving financial performance, including margins, change orders, overhead recovery, and approval of cost estimates and bid strategies
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic government clients, serving as executive sponsor and company representative in high-level meetings and briefings
  • Monitor compliance with UL 2050, ICD 705, DoD, and DHS standards, implementing corrective actions and partnering with FSO teams to maintain clearances
  • Conduct quality audits to ensure installation standards, documentation, and commissioning meet contract and regulatory requirements
  • Support business development through technical expertise, pricing strategy, and execution credibility

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of ten (10) years in program or installation leadership positions within the construction, security integration or mission-critical environments
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience driving operational and financial performance while demonstrating strong financial acumen and a proven ability to build and develop teams
  • Success managing large, multi-site programs or project portfolio's exceeding $50M+ aggregate value, with experience managing projects involving access control, CCTV, intrusion detection and SCIF construction
  • Current driver's license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
  • Willingness and ability to travel to remote locations up to 40%
  • Ability to collaborate across stakeholders and regions, applying results-driven problem-solving to support client growth, employee engagement, and profitable business outcomes
  • Proficiency in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office and (BI) Business Intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • Previous Strategic Accounts or National Accounts experience in the federal government industry
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, NISPOM, UL 2050, ICD 705, and other federal security directives
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or higher)

BENEFITS and COMPENSATION:
  • Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000 + 20% bonus potential + $195 biweekly auto allowance + gas card
  • Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
  • Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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Requisition ID

2026-1575380

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