Program Manager-Senior (contingent 045)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage comprehensive operational orders, ensuring adherence to terms, conditions, and performance work statement (PWS) requirements.
• Develop and implement program management plans, including schedules and resource allocation strategies.
• Recruit, train, and manage personnel across both CONUS and OCONUS locations, ensuring team effectiveness.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring all financial activities comply with contract terms and remain within scope.
• Oversee invoicing, financial reporting, and cost control measures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks across technical, schedule, cost, and operational domains.
• Ensure compliance with host nation laws, regulations, and security protocols in OCONUS settings.
• Implement and enforce robust security measures for personnel, data, and equipment in potentially austere or high-risk environments.
• Cook with military and diplomatic entities to facilitate OCONUS operational support and security.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), maintaining effective communication and reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program management within government contracting, especially related to OCONUS operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Deep understanding of the acquisition lifecycle and relevant government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Familiarity with Army-specific procurement processes, logistics, and international support agreements is highly preferred.
• Experience within the Department of Warfare (DoW) or interagency biometrics collections communities is a plus.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, especially in high-pressure environments.
• Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.