Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

OPS Consulting is seeking a Program Manager to support our customer in Bethesda, MD.

OPS Consulting seeks a "battle tested" PM to bring their high energy level to inspire a team of skilled SETA professionals tasked with assisting Government PMs in efficiently and effectively transitioning high-risk, high-payoff research into the hands of mission operators. This is a dynamic environment that requires a leader that is comfortable with navigating through rapid change while working to optimize the team's work in an efficient manner. A majority of the Government PMs hold technical PhDs in a myriad of science disciplines. The PM needs strong communication skills along with experience working with advanced technology research teams. This individual should bring unbridled enthusiasm for influencing how high-risk research can result in "game changing" advances in mission capabilities.

Program Manager (PM) will be responsible for the successful cost, schedule, performance, and growth of the program. The PM will serve as the main point of contact for the customers and executive leadership teams. The PM will be a direct contributor to program efforts in several areas including but not limited to cost management / avoidance, schedule estimation and tracking, contract performance management, risk management, requirements analysis, and quality assurance activities. The PM will ensure proper performance of tasks necessary to ensure the most efficient and effective execution of the contract. The PM shall utilize expert communication skills needed to direct technical resources and report on the programs progress, issues, and problem areas, as well as write, review, and present technical documents. "

Additional Responsibilities :

• Allocate resources staffing, facilities, and budgets.
• Review and approve all earned value, Estimate to Complete, Funds and Man-hour Expenditure Report, or other financial reports as appropriate.
• Review and allocate management reserve within contractual limits.
• Ensure cross- discipline integration within the contract.
• Review risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate budgets
• Prepare and present regular program status reviews to the customer.
• Ensure the timely recruitment and training of program staff - both direct and indirect.
• Review all financial and technical reports before release to the customer.
• Communicate issues and solutions to the customer in a timely and transparent manner.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor's contracts staff
• Communicate issues and solutions to the broader customer's management structure as requested by senior leaders.

Required Skills :

Desired

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range : $49,996.80 - $290,004.00

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and / or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to : level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to : healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.