Deputy Programme Director

At Amentum, we are recruiting for a senior role supporting the Programme Director directly. The Deputy Programme Director will oversee performance and interface with the client, leading project execution and business planning across complex programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of contract proposals and ensure deliverable plans are in place, including necessary resources and supply chain strategies.
• Oversee the development and adherence to Project Execution Plans for all phases and coordinate implementation across project teams and portfolio.
• Lead project performance and internal accountabilities, reporting status against key performance indicators, schedule goals, milestones, financial, EV and commercial metrics.
• Review key performance measures and contractual metrics, providing direction on corrective measures when performance is outside acceptable tolerances.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and opportunities, ensuring portfolio and business risks are addressed.
• Work with the Programme Director to develop, update and meet financial goals of the business unit, including annual operating budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Support business development efforts, increasing scope of services on existing contracts and supporting bids and proposals for new contracts.
• Collaborate with Project Directors, Sr. Project Directors, and Project Managers to deliver projects, mentor junior staff, and foster a high‑performing team culture.
• Act as primary client interface, participating in periodic updates, strategic development, negotiations, and formal presentations.
• Maintain professional representation of Amentum and uphold company values.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related scientific field.
• Proven senior plant operational experience.
• Strong relationship, collaboration, and commercial skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with ability to apply operational principles and legislative standards.
• Experience dealing with regulators and maintaining plant functionality and compliance.
• Ability to gain and maintain SC Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Chartered engineer.
• Demonstrated capability to interface with customers and provide direction to technically qualified personnel.

EEO Statement

EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans Labor Laws Posters.

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