Program Manager, Professional Services

SUMMARY

Manage and capture government service contracts. Lead other employees in the development of plans and proposals for the Professional Services Division. Must have a firm understanding of the structure of government contracts and how to win and administer them. Cost, schedule and performance expectations must be carefully managed. Proposing and pricing various performance-based service contracts is an essential area of expertise. A strong background with recruiting hard to find professionals to join our team is also essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the management of the assigned government project(s) in accordance with contract and corporate requirements.
• Acts as a liaison with customers, executives, administrators, and operational employees as necessary to ensure contract performance.
• Reports in writing and orally to higher management; communicates directly with clients and/or other contractor personnel and effectively allocates resources.
• Develops and maintains budgets, schedules and performance standards.
• Interprets complex client requirements and interacts closely with the client and subordinates to prepare project presentations, plans, procedures and proposals.
• Manages and maintains development, production and delivery standards; ensures project assignments are met and completed as directed.
• Coaches and mentors other employees on the development of quality plans, presentations, and proposals.
• Acquires and oversees resources to complete projects.
• Enforces work standards and reviews/resolves discrepancies to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Maintains project documentation, providing assessment of technical and non-technical project issues.
• Leads assigned operations and defines clear roles and responsibilities at all levels.
• Maintains sound and executable contracts.
• Develops the pipeline for future projects.
• Manages the capture of new projects.
• Writes detailed technical proposals and formulates pricing for potential projects.
• Ensures a safe and healthy working environment for our employees.
• Submits timely and accurate deliverables.
• Manages and communicates project risks and challenges.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide project directions in accordance with division directives.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering discipline preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of project management experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience responding to government Requests for Proposals (RFP).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (generally, U.S. citizenship required).
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Ability to develop comprehensive technical plans, procedures, and work instructions.
• Skilled in pricing and forecasting complex projects.
• Strong writing skills in the development of technical and management approaches.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task across multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 25%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy. Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving. The expected driving time is less than 5%.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting, including the normal office equipment (e.g., computer, fax machines, copier) and with a wide variety of people in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of seeing up close and sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crouching, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Frequently uses hands/fingers for manipulation of keyboard and mouse. It is the company’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $120,000 to $150,000 annually

• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation & Paid Personal Time, 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence.

Compliance

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website,  [link for members]

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).

This is intended to assess candidate interest for a potential future opportunity. There is no current vacancy for this position and hiring is not guaranteed. Applications will be considered should a position become available.