Program Manager

Cherokee Federal•United States,

About The Position

The role of a program manager encompasses planning, designing, and overseeing multiple projects, such as clinical data repositories (CDRs), data migration initiatives, and the lifecycle management of data management tools. They are responsible for reporting to both the COR (Contracting Officer's Representative) and Government Project Managers, ensuring alignment with project objectives and compliance with regulations. As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, or citizen of American Samoa. This position is pending a contract award, and applications are being accepted for a future and anticipated need.

Requirements

Active PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certification.
Intermediate-Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Effective communication skills.
Detail oriented.
Ability to undergo a US government federal background investigation and must be able to pass a drug test.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Must be a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, or citizen of American Samoa.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive project plans for multiple initiatives, including CDRs, data migration efforts, and data management tool lifecycle, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timelines.
Provide guidance and oversight in the design phase of projects, ensuring that solutions meet requirements and align with program goals.
Continuously monitor the progress of multiple projects, identifying any deviations from the plan and taking corrective actions as necessary to ensure on-time delivery and quality outcomes.
Allocate resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, across multiple projects to optimize productivity and meet project requirements.
Engage with stakeholders, including the COR and Government Project Managers, to provide updates on project status, address concerns, and solicit feedback to ensure alignment with program objectives.
Identify potential risks and issues associated with projects and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
Establish and implement quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure that project deliverables meet the required standards and specifications.
Maintain regular communication channels with project teams, stakeholders, and senior management, providing updates on project progress, milestones, and issues.
Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget effectively, assessing impacts and communicating changes to stakeholders to maintain alignment with program goals.
Prepare and present regular progress reports to the COR, Government PMs, and other stakeholders, documenting project status, achievements, and challenges to ensure transparency and accountability.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.