Program Manager

CTR Management Group LLC•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager serves as the primary interface between contractor personnel and the client. This role provides overall leadership, coordination, and oversight for contract execution, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and timely support services. The Program Manager is responsible for program cost, schedule, and performance management, while advising federal leadership and enabling mission success through structured program management, strategic planning, and cross-functional coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years experience in a related field OR Associate’s degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience managing federal programs or government contracts
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
Experience supporting policy-driven, operational, or mission-critical federal programs

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Point of Contact (POC) to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and government stakeholders
Plan, execute, and oversee all program activities in alignment with the client’s strategic priorities
Manage program cost, schedule, and performance in accordance with contract requirements and agency expectations
Provide strategic, technical, and operational guidance to federal leadership
Facilitate coordination among cross-functional teams, agency stakeholders, and external partners
Track, assess, and report program progress, risks, issues, and performance outcomes
Support the development and implementation of process improvements and best practices
Ensure all program deliverables meet established quality, compliance, and timeliness standards
Lead and participate in program meetings, briefings, and formal status updates
Ensure adherence to federal contract compliance requirements and internal company policies