Manager, Program Management

About the role

The Deputy Program Manager oversees the development, administration, and monitoring of federally funded programs and projects. The role ensures programs comply with local, state, and federal regulations, adhere to outlined guidelines and procedures, and maintain proper documentation to support all eligible expenses incurred by the client or agency. The position provides high-level expertise in project management, compliance and monitoring, federal reporting, procurement, construction, and eligibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Manages and tracks agency spends and project progress.
• Interfaces with client agencies and senior program staff.
• Ensures the delivery of timely, effective, and high-quality results to support client and agency goals.
• Ensures provision of high-quality service to all clients, maintaining the firm’s reputation for superior client services.
• Leads Team Leads and Case Managers.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Three or more years of experience with state and local governments, including initiatives to build economy and culture (required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software (required).
• Demonstrated ability to monitor program and project activities for quality control and assurance, ensuring preparedness for federal audits.
• Proven success managing complex cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines and deliver compliant, high-quality work.
• Demonstrated success in program execution, client relationships, and profitability.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Pay

California Range: $90,000 - $125,000. Individual salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

Benefits

BDO offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that provides participants with a stake in the firm’s success. Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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