Senior Program Manager / Copilot Implementation Lead in the Public Sector (Seattle)

Artemis Connection is a strategic management consultancy working across the for-profit, public and social sectors.  We help clients around the world identify their most pressing strategic issues and we staff teams of strategy consultants to roll up their sleeves and deliver impact.  We are passionate about helping innovative and entrepreneurial leaders reach their goals through a customized project-based approach, typically focused around:

• Bespoke Innovation, Sales, and Marketing Strategy
• Purpose-driven Transformation
• Embedded Strategy and Operations roles

Our founder is Christy Johnson, an entrepreneur, educator, and former McKinsey Engagement Manager. Our advisors include HR officers, executive coaches, academics, entrepreneurs, and neuroscientists. Our team is made up of seasoned consultants, trained at organizations such as McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain, Big 4 Strategy, and elite educational institutions. 
To learn more about Artemis Connection, visit http://artemisconnection.com/.  

The Role: Senior Program Manager / Copilot Implementation Lead (Contract)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager with approximately 15+ years of experience to lead a high-profile Microsoft Copilot implementation within a public sector environment.

The ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running from week one, bringing strong stakeholder management skills and a proven track record of delivering complex technology initiatives. Experience working with public sector organizations and navigating diverse stakeholder groups is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive a Microsoft Copilot implementation program.
• Manage executive and business stakeholder engagement across multiple teams.
• Coordinate project planning, execution, and change management activities.
• Ensure successful adoption and delivery of AI-powered productivity solutions.
• Provide strategic guidance and hands-on program leadership throughout the engagement.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of program/project management experience.
• Previous public sector experience.
• Demonstrated success managing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot and/or enterprise AI implementation initiatives preferred.
• Ability to quickly assess the environment and deliver value immediately.

Engagement Details:

• Contract duration: 3–6 months, with potential to convert to a full-time employee position.
• Hybrid schedule: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday.
• Flexibility on FIFA match days; onsite attendance not required.