Program Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and performance of all contract staff, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule and to standard
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Control Plan (QCP) and ensure continuous improvement
• Lead transition-in and transition-out activities, including onboarding/offboarding, knowledge transfer, and documentation
• Prepare and submit all required deliverables (progress reports, staffing plans, achievement reports, etc.)
• Manage project risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns to government stakeholders as needed
• Cook up with government personnel for access, security, and compliance requirements (Common Access Card (CAC), background checks, HIPAA, Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA))
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), privacy, and security protocols
• Facilitate semiannual performance reviews and corrective action planning
• Oversee budget and expenditure tracking, travel approvals, and resource allocation
• Mentor and support team members’ professional development
• Represent the contractor in meetings, briefings, and communications with leadership and external stakeholders
• Maintain workforce stability and continuity, proactively addressing vacancies and recruitment
• Ensure all contractor staff adhere to standards of conduct and government facility protocols
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in business, management, public administration, or related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience successfully managing multiple functional areas and direct reports
• Experience with federal acquisition, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and small business programs.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma certifications highly preferred
• Mets U.S. citizenship and work eligibility requirements for federal contractors
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) secret clearance (if required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, including civilians, military personnel, and contractors
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Proven success in risk management and problem-solving
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and project management tools (Asana, Trello, Workday, MS Project)

Pay

$111,000 – $122,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and contract funding availability. Final compensation will be determined based on candidate experience, internal equity, and client contract requirements. Salary range shown is the good-faith estimate of the compensation range for this position at the time of posting.

Schedule

Full-time