Control Account Manager (CAM)-Program Manager

Sierra Space•Centennial, CO

20d•$157,738 - $216,889•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager II is responsible for leading a program and has overall responsibility and authority for that program/contract's cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role involves comprehensive program planning, execution, and resource management to ensure successful program outcomes. They will have a proven record of successful program management execution, in-depth knowledge across all facets of program management, and proficiency in financial and performance metrics analysis. The Program Manager II will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives and develop and initiate Learning & Development programs. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, stay updated with the latest industry trends, and contribute to the continuous improvement of program management processes. This role will specifically focus as the Control Account Manager (CAM) and oversee financial planning, tracking, and analysis of designated control accounts within our organization. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in earned value management (EVM) and project controls. You will manage budgets, schedules, and execution to ensure alignment with contractual requirements, while developing and maintaining comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets. By monitoring program performance, you will implement corrective actions as needed to meet objectives and leverage specific program management training in EVMS, CAM, BOE, FAR, and CAS for program success. You will apply advanced project management methodologies and tools, analyze financial and performance metrics to drive decisions and improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations. Additionally, you will communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, prepare and deliver effective reports and presentations, and ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements. Building strong relationships with external customers and stakeholders will be a priority, as will developing and initiating Learning & Development programs to enhance team capabilities. You will apply problem-solving skills to address challenges, lead a single program, an IPT, or a portfolio of programs, and provide mentorship to junior managers. Development Program Managers in this role should have a strong technical background or an engineering degree, while Sustaining Program Managers should possess technical acumen, even if they do not hold an engineering degree. With an external, customer-facing, end-to-end responsibility, you will lead management reviews, interface with financial teams, and drive complex program strategies to ensure success.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field (or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience).
8+ years of related experience.
Certifications: Senior-level project management certifications preferred (e.g., PfMP).
Comprehensive knowledge of program management disciplines across various domains.
Ability to manage a program with limited oversight.
Capability to manage program budgets and meet specified schedules and technical objectives.
Demonstrated experience with significant program management responsibility.
In-depth knowledge across all facets of program planning, execution, and resource management.
Profound skills in leading management reviews and interfacing with financial teams.
Expert understanding of organizational KPI measurement and reporting.
Advanced analytical skills for interpreting complex data.
Ability to manage smaller programs or portions of larger programs.
Ability to mentor junior managers and lead complex program strategies.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
Proficiency in using project management software tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana.
Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and practices.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and systems engineering processes.
Experience with contract management and negotiation.
Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
Strong technical writing skills for creating detailed project documentation and reports.
Understanding of supply chain management and logistics as they pertain to program execution.
Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain control account plans in accordance with company policies and contractual requirements
Monitor project performance against established baselines using earned value metrics
Prepare and analyze variance reports, identifying root causes of cost and schedule deviations
Forecast project costs and schedules based on current performance data
Collaborate with project managers, functional managers, and technical leads to ensure accurate planning and reporting
Lead regular status reviews with stakeholders to communicate project financial health
Implement corrective actions to address performance issues
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and contract requirements
Work closely with the programs’ Technical, Scheduling and Risk Leads and other CAMs to ensure cost, risk, schedule, and performance are aligned across the program
Coach, teach, and mentor junior team members on EVM principles and practices