Project/Program Manager - Project/Program Manager IV

Job#: 3024997

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Project/Program Manager IV

DURATION: 12 months

LOCATION: Open to remote, or hybrid - or fully onsite in Arlington, VA

PAY RATE: $70 - $80 HOURLY

Job Description: Innovation Project Manager - Semiconductor Manufacturing & Supply Chain Decarbonization

Position Summary

Contract role to identify, structure, and deploy innovation projects across semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain operations to drive emissions reductions and support AWS climate commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation Identification

Identify and evaluate emissions reduction opportunities in semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain

Develop business cases with emissions abatement potential, ROI analysis, and implementation roadmaps

Conduct technology assessments and market scans for decarbonization solutions

Project Execution

Design and structure innovation projects with clear milestones, metrics, and governance

Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, procurement, sustainability)

Develop project plans, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies

Oversee execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with targeted emissions reductions

Create transition documentation for continuity

Stakeholder Management

Build relationships with semiconductor suppliers, manufacturing partners, and technology providers

Coordinate with Procurement teams

Present updates and recommendations to senior leadership

Technical Expertise

Serve as SME on semiconductor manufacturing processes, supply chain, and emissions sources

Provide guidance on decarbonization technologies (process optimization, energy efficiency, renewable energy, circular economy)

Develop training materials and capability-building programs

Track industry trends and best practices

Performance Tracking

Establish KPIs and measurement frameworks for project performance and emissions impact

Document methodologies, outcomes, and lessons learned

Create dashboards and reporting mechanisms

Ensure alignment with sustainability reporting frameworks

Prepare end-of-contract summary report

Required Qualifications

7+ years in project management, innovation management, or operations in semiconductor manufacturing or supply chain

Expertise in semiconductor manufacturing processes and supply chain operations

Proven track record deploying complex innovation projects in time-constrained environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Experience as contractor with ability to integrate quickly

PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification

Ability to work independently and deliver immediate impact

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience in sustainability/decarbonization in semiconductor or electronics manufacturing

Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Sustainability, or Supply Chain Management

Deep knowledge of semiconductor emissions sources (Scope 1, 2, 3)

Experience with innovation frameworks (Stage-Gate, Agile, Design Thinking)

Track record delivering measurable emissions reductions in manufacturing/supply chain

Experience managing third-party partnerships

Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (GHG Protocol, SBTi, CDP)

Strong financial acumen with business case development experience

Change management and organizational transformation experience

Technical background in semiconductor engineering or materials science

Experience creating transition documentation and knowledge transfer materials

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.