Deputy Program Manager (Remote)

KBR • Houston, TX

11d • Remote

About The Position

BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. We are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to provide leadership, oversight, and operational management for multiple contracts. THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD This remote position requires 25% travel and offers the opportunity to drive high-quality program execution while supporting customer and subcontractor relationships.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field with an active clinical license at the highest state level in counseling, social work, or psychology.
• 6+ years of leadership experience in behavioral health care operations within the Department of Defense, corporate, or civilian sectors.
• Extensive experience in clinical supervision of non-medical counseling, n egotiat ing and formalizing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) , and wellness services (CEAP preferred).
• Strong knowledge of military mission activities, military treatment facilities, civilian behavioral health, wellness, and EAP services.
• Experience in a Program Management Office (PMO) is a plus.
• E xperience managing subcontractors .
• PMP certification (or ability to obtain within six months).
• A Secret level clearance, at a minimum .
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams in a government contracting and matrixed management environment.
• Strong strategic mindset to drive growth and expand business opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred (or ability to obtain within six months).
• Clinical supervisory credential preferred (or ability to obtain within one year).

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in directing and managing multiple work groups across planning, task order management, budgeting, property management, and procurement.
• Ensure all work meets quality, schedule, and cost expectations.
• Work with the Program Manager to adjudicate regional allocation of headcount/workshare among teammates.
• Travel to assigned sites, meet regularly with the client and employees.
• Understand regional compliance with all contract requirements.
• Support regional/service area for continuous improvement and implement improvements.
• Work closely with the Program Manager on any staff or resource issue within the assigned regional/service area of the Program, including the direction or re-direction of resources to facilitate execution of any task.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance of program task orders.
• Lead technical and cost proposal development, approval, and submission.
• In absence of the Program Manager, act as primary POC to the client to ensure communication specific to that client.
• Develop, monitor , and recommend strategic plans to support contract requirements and emerging client needs.
• Monitor innovations/ improvements for success in contract execution.
• Work closely with Program Management to make overall operational decisions regarding deployment of resources among regional/service locations.
• Provide management/inputs in selection , training, and performance of assigned and/or matrixed personnel.
• Manage regional staffing plans, oversee regional resources, and project execution; comply with all reporting requirements.
• Prepare and participating in, presentation of monthly internal program reviews and status reports as needed.
• Plan regional Teammate, PMO, and client meetings as needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers in the Program Manager’s absence, providing updates on program performance and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Interface with customers on a consistent basis to ensure that team meets expectations, modify plan /processes to successfully meet client requirements.
• Implement customer satisfaction process, reporting and response; ensure metrics are captured and reported.
• Participate in investigations for corrective actions/nonconformance.
• Serve as funds manager, ensuring compliance with contracts, task orders, and company/government policies.
• Monitor safety, cost, and technical performance.
• Lead portfolio-wide Quality Improvement Initiatives and maintain document control processes, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Management Plans.
• Promote team morale through mentorship, training, and career development.
• Conduct performance evaluations, manage staffing needs, and oversee resource allocation.
• Assist with defining staffing needs, recruitment, retention and development.
• Support Business Development efforts, including proposal writing, past performance documentation, and technical submissions.
• Identify opportunities for growth and expansion within existing contracts.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees