IAMD Program Manager

AMERICAN SYSTEMS•Arlington, VA

9d•$190,000 - $245,000

About The Position

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, an employee-owned federal government contractor, provides strategic solutions in Engineering and Analysis, Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, and Training. The company supports Department of War Joint programs with technical and program management expertise. This role is based in the Pentagon and leads the technical team supporting a vital Joint Program. The Program Manager is the primary point of contact for the government customer and provides overall technical direction, manages a large team of technical experts, oversees program finances and technical performance, and ensures program quality and efficiency. The position works closely with government leads and AMERICAN SYSTEMS management to deliver successful outcomes. The Program Manager is accountable for assigned program cost, schedule, and technical performance and for maintaining an effective customer relationship. The role encompasses contract performance, financial management, quality assurance, risk management, communications, leadership, and business development. It also includes staff recruitment and supervision, employee performance reviews and development, business growth, and efforts to improve processes and secure follow-on work.

Requirements

Master's degree in a technical or management discipline.
At least 15 years of professional experience.
At least 10 years managing complex Department of War projects.
Proven experience successfully managing large teams.
Knowledge of Joint Staff processes, programs, and capabilities.
Active TS/SCI clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary AMERICAN SYSTEMS contact with the government customer and lead delivery of key capability.
Organize, direct, coordinate, and plan contract activities, including interfacing with customer management such as the COR, directors, and technical customers.
Manage overall contract schedule, cost, quality, personnel, and performance; provide the COR a Monthly Status Report by the 15th business day of each month, covering prior-month work, personnel and tasks, future tasks, and issues or concerns.
Assign and schedule work, maintain configuration control and quality assurance of deliverables, and establish or adjust the program organization to provide effective contract support.
Ensure conformance to task specifications and contract provisions.
Provide expert guidance and direction to program staff and manage available resources to achieve successful outcomes.
Promote accountability and focus on achieving key results.
Identify and mitigate risks and monitor and manage resources.
Procure materials in accordance with company policy and approve authorized expenditures.
Measure and report program status against plan, including revenue, profit, direct labor, and indirect loadings.
Achieve business metrics, revenue, and fee goals.
Recommend new processes and lead improvements to existing processes, quality, and delivery.
Contribute to contract reviews and modifications and coordinate proposal preparation, plans, and contract financial conditions.
Generate business opportunities and expand product or service lines with the existing customer.
Lead growth initiatives and follow-on contract recompete efforts.
Recruit, train, and supervise staff in accordance with company policy.
Establish employee goals and conduct performance reviews.
Provide career development advice to program personnel.