Program Manager – Academic Transformation
FLSA Status: Exempt
Full-Time
Location: Remote, US-based
WHO WE ARE:
MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies as a trusted advisor delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.
Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.
Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words of our employees.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The Program Manager - Academic Transformation supports the successful execution of complex education transformation initiatives by managing day-to-day program operations, coordinating workstreams, and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery. This role partners closely with Directors, internal MGT teams, and client stakeholders to translate strategy into execution, monitor progress, manage risks, and support sustainable academic improvement outcomes.
The Program Manager plays a critical role in maintaining program momentum, driving accountability, and ensuring alignment across teams, timelines, and deliverables.
Program Planning & Execution
- Manage day-to-day execution of Academic Transformation programs, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and timelines are met.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and trackers across multiple workstreams.
- Monitor progress, dependencies, and risks; proactively flag issues and support timely resolution.
- Coordinate internal MGT teams, client stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment and consistency.
- Translating high-level strategy into actionable plans
- Supporting goal-setting and success metrics
- Connecting daily work to broader academic outcomes
Stakeholder Coordination & Communications
- Serve as a primary point of contact for program logistics, coordination, and status updates.
- Support preparation and facilitation of client meetings, working sessions, and executive briefings.
- Develop and maintain clear communication materials, agendas, notes, and follow-ups to ensure shared understanding and accountability.
- Day-to-day client relationship management (as appropriate)
- Increasing ownership of client-facing communication
- Supporting Directors by representing the program in client interactions
Data, Reporting & Quality Assurance
- Track program performance using dashboards, reports, and data tools to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with agreed-upon scope and objectives.
- Support data analysis and synthesis to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
Risk Management & Issue Resolution
- Identify emerging risks, issues, and gaps related to scope, timeline, resources, or stakeholder alignment.
- Support development and implementation of mitigation plans in partnership with Directors and senior team members.
- Escalate issues appropriately while maintaining strong client relationships and program stability.
- Supporting tracking of hours, scope alignment, or contractual milestones
- Proactively identifying risks that could impact budget or delivery commitments
Team & Practice Support
- Support Directors in coordinating team workloads, onboarding new team members, and maintaining program documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of Academic Transformation tools, templates, and best practices.
- Foster a collaborative, organized, and solutions-oriented team culture.
- Supporting skill development of junior team members
- Providing feedback on work products
- Helping establish team norms and effective collaboration practices
- Identifying process improvements
- Recommending ways to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
- Supporting continuous improvement across engagements
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Bachelor’s degree required in education, public policy, business, or a related field.
- Five (5) or more years of experience in program or project management, preferably within education, consulting, or public-sector environments.
- Experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with multiple workstreams.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Smartsheet and/or Asana, including dashboards, trackers, and reporting.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-ready materials.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and independently in fast-paced environments.
- Experience in consulting or client-facing roles preferred.
- Occasional travel to client sites may be required.
- Flexibility in working hours may be required to support program needs and deadlines
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our world-class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Here you can read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:
- Incentive and bonus programs
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Income protection benefits
MGT Impact Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.
