Program Manager, Level 3

WOOD Consulting Services • Ft. Meade, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Program Manager, Level 3 woodfederalsolutions.com Location: Fort Meade, Maryland, USA Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Day Telework: None Salary Range: $213,000 to $225,000 per year Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience. Overview: Are you a proven leader who thrives on driving complex programs to successful completion? Our team is seeking a Program Manager who will serve as the strategic, operational, and contractual lead for a high‑visibility government program. This is a vital role that ensures mission success through expert oversight of cost, schedule, performance, and team coordination. As the Program Manager, you will be the primary interface with the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), the Government Program Manager, and senior leadership within our organization. You will guide technical teams, manage program execution, and deliver outstanding results in alignment with all contract requirements. Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Requirements

• Fifteen (15) years' experience as a program or project manager in managing programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Must have demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting.
• Shall have at least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms such as Earned Value Management.
• Shall be knowledgeable of the guidelines provided by the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies.
• Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity, as well as experience in leading a multi-vendor environment is required.
• Must have a PMP, FAC-P/PM Mid-Level, or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 2 certification in Program Management.
• This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Allocate resources (staffing, facilities, and budgets) on the contract
• 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 to meet Government needs
• Work with the higher-level program manager, if applicable, to provide effective and efficient management of the contractor's effort
• Review and propose the Integrated Program Baseline (or resource loaded schedule) to the Government
• Review risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate budgets for the same
• Prepare program status reviews and other formal reviews to be presented to the Government PM
• Ensure the timely recruitment and training of program staff - both direct and indirect
• Review all financial and technical reports before release to the Government
• Communicate issues and solutions to the Government PM 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
• Assist the Government PM by providing input to statutory acquisition reports and responses to Congressional Questions for the Record (QFRs)
• Coordinate the preparation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and value engineering proposals to the Government PM
• Provide Contractor input to the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan reviews or Award Fee reviews, as appropriate

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed