Job Description
Only US Citizens (for this position)
Client: State of South Carolina – Department of Transportation
Program Manager –Asset Management System Implementation (PMP)
Industry: Transportation
Type: Contract
Length: 12+ months
Candidate Location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident.
No relocation allowed.
Job Location: Columbia, South Carolina (Hybrid)
Seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and support the implementation of a modern, integrated Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS).
This effort will replace multiple legacy and end-of-life systems, streamline asset-related processes, and improve data sharing and analytics across critical operational domains.
The Program Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing a multi-phased program that spans various departments and technologies.
This role demands strong leadership, cross-functional coordination, and deep experience in enterprise system modernization and integration, especially in transportation or public sector environments.
Required Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams in public sector, transportation, or infrastructure domains.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Engineering, Public Administration, or Business Administration (Master's preferred).
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project/program management certification.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in managing large-scale IT or enterprise system programs.
• 5+ years' experience of asset management systems and business process transformation.
• 5+ years' Experience with legacy system modernization and integration of ERP, GIS, and asset tracking systems.
• Working knowledge of technologies such as SharePoint, ESRI GIS, and SQL-based systems.
• Exceptional communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• ITIL, Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or related process improvement certifications.
• Familiarity with federal/state transportation systems, data reporting, and FHWA compliance.
• Prior experience with Client systems or similar DOT agencies is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage multi-system integration efforts, preferably involving Transportation asset, LRS, and GIS platforms.
Responsibilities
• Lead the EAMS program implementation including stakeholder involvement, vendor coordination, deployment, and post-implementation support.
• Manage multiple workstreams supporting core functional areas including Pavement, Maintenance, Fleet, Traffic, ROW, GIS, and others.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives, technical capabilities, and implementation milestones.
• Ensure project deliverables meet project requirements and deadlines
• Engage regularly with the business unit, system owners, IT leads, engineers, and executive sponsors across Client.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and reviews to validate requirements, report progress, and gather feedback.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps, implementation timelines, and resource plans.
• Ensure smooth integration with existing systems such as RIMS, BrM/BrR, GIS/LRS, SCEIS (SAP), P2S, SharePoint, and more.
• Collaborate with departments to refine asset management processes and align with EAMS capabilities.
• Promote standardization, automation, and data-driven decision-making across asset types.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks throughout the program.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure adoption, training, and operational transition.
• Manage external consultants and solution providers to ensure contract compliance and timely delivery.