Enterprise Program Manager
- Columbia, SC
- Contract
- Full-time
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is 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.Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Oversight
- 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 Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage regularly with the business unit, system owners, IT leads, engineers, and executive sponsors across SCDOT.
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams in public sector, transportation, or infrastructure domains.
- 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.
- 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 SCDOT systems or similar DOT agencies is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to manage multi-system integration efforts, preferably involving Transportation asset, LRS, and GIS platforms.