job summary:

Randstad is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead a critical multi-business area program focused on driving operations performance improvements at Washington Union Station. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in rail, transportation, engineering, or process-driven industries such as GE, Toyota, or large financial institutions. This role is highly metrics-driven, requiring experience in project implementation, BPRE, Six Sigma/Lean, Continuous Improvement, or industrial engineering. The candidate will manage Continuous Improvement teams, ensuring effective project lifecycle management and delivery of key initiatives to enhance through-train and on-time performance.

location: WASHINGTON, District of Columbia
job type: Contract
salary: $70 - 80 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Lead a multi-business area program focused on driving operational performance improvements at Washington Union Station, with an emphasis on enhancing through-train and on-time performance.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including Continuous Improvement (CI) resources, ensuring successful project lifecycle management and delivery of key operational changes.
• Oversee the development and execution of detailed project plans, including charters, schedules, and risk management strategies to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies to optimize processes, reduce inefficiencies, and drive measurable improvements in operational performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and financial teams to ensure alignment of project goals with overall business objectives, facilitating seamless execution of operational changes.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to track the effectiveness of implemented changes, continuously refining strategies to meet evolving business needs and performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial oversight, and risk management processes, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Present regular updates to senior leadership, providing data-driven insights, progress reports, and recommendations for future initiatives.
• Lead training and workshops to upskill project teams in areas such as process optimization, project management, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Provide detailed work products from previous roles, including project charters, MS Project schedules, risk logs, and examples of process standards and internal controls applied in large-scale operations.

qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 8 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

skills:

Program Management

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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