Business Operations Director

Residency All applicants must currently reside in the United States Overview BigBear.ai is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to lead strategic planning, program oversight, and performance management across a portfolio of government contracts. This role requires a seasoned professional who can balance strategic vision with operational execution while maintaining strong relationships with government customers and internal stakeholders. What You Will Do Portfolio Strategy & Planning Develop and execute comprehensive portfolio strategy aligned with corporate goals, customer priorities, and growth objectivesIdentify and evaluate upcoming contract opportunities, recompetes, contract extensions, and new business development prospectsDrive strategic decision-making to optimize portfolio performance and competitive positioningProgram & Contract OversightMonitor health, performance, and compliance across multiple concurrent government programsEnsure programs meet all contract requirements, milestones, deliverables, and customer expectationsIdentify and manage cross-program risks, dependencies, resource constraints, and issues requiring executive attentionProvide oversight and guidance to Program Managers to ensure consistent execution standards Financial Management Own portfolio-level financial performance including revenue, profitability, bookings, backlog, and forecastingMonitor program financial metrics and proactively address variances from planBalance staffing levels and resource allocation against funded work and anticipated contract awardsSupport budget development and financial planning processes Resource & Workforce Planning Collaborate with Operations, Program Managers, and Talent Acquisition to forecast hiring requirements across the portfolioAnticipate staffing needs based on program ramps, transitions, incumbent capture strategies, attrition trends, and skill/clearance requirementsPrioritize and allocate resources across programs based on contractual commitments and strategic business prioritiesDevelop workforce strategies that support both current operations and future growth Customer & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with senior government customers and internal executive leadershipUnderstand evolving customer priorities, mission requirements, and emerging needsEnsure consistent, high-quality customer engagement across all portfolio programsServe as primary point of escalation for customer concerns and strategic discussions Risk & Compliance Identify, assess, and manage portfolio-level risks including contractual, financial, staffing, security, and operational exposuresEnsure all programs operate within contract terms, federal regulations, and company policiesDevelop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plansEscalate significant risks to executive leadership with recommended courses of action What You Need To Have Government Contracting Experience: Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Government contracts with strong understanding of federal contracting processes, regulations, and requirementsContract Management Expertise: Experience with Labor Category (LCAT) management, staffing requirements, government contract invoicing, financial operations, procurement, and vendor managementRelationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships at senior levelsCommunication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teamsAnalytical Capabilities: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneouslyTechnical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and business management tools Preferred Qualifications What we'd like you to have Experience supporting law enforcement or federal civilian agenciesBackground in program/project management within government contracting environmentFamiliarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS)Experience with business development and capture managementPMP, PgMP, or similar professional certification Core Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumenFinancial management and analysisRisk management and mitigationStakeholder engagement and influenceResource optimization and planningPerformance management and accountabilityAdaptability and problem-solving in dynamic environments Pay transparency Please note the targeted compensation range is provided as an estimate, and any actual compensation offer may vary depending on the needs of the company, or an applicant's skillset, competencies, experience, education, certifications, location, or other factors. The estimated range does not include the value of any benefits offered. About BigBear.ai BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai. BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.