PROGRAM MANAGER

NVE•Washington, DC

35d

About The Position

NVE is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead execution of its Department of State (DoS) Power Systems Engineering contract, an IDIQ program supporting electrical infrastructure upgrades at U.S. embassies and diplomatic facilities worldwide. This position will serve as the primary interface with the Department of State and key program partners, overseeing the development and execution of task orders that include engineering design, power system upgrades, electrical infrastructure modernization, and related construction activities. The Program Manager will coordinate the integrated efforts of NVE and its partners, ensuring proposals are competitive, projects are properly coordinated, and work is executed in compliance with contract requirements. This role requires a technically knowledgeable leader with strong program management and proposal development experience who can successfully coordinate multidisciplinary teams delivering electrical infrastructure projects worldwide. The individual will also support NVE's Department of State Special Projects program supporting electrical and infrastructure projects within the DC Metro area.

Requirements

Active Top Secret (TS) clearance
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related engineering field preferred
Minimum 10+ years of experience managing engineering, construction, or infrastructure programs
Experience managing government contracts, preferably Department of State, DoD, or overseas infrastructure programs
Experience developing task order proposals or competitive project bids
Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams including engineering and construction partners
Experience managing projects involving electrical infrastructure or power systems
Ability to travel internationally as required
Ability to work effectively with distributed teams and overseas projects
Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience supporting Department of State Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) programs
Experience with international construction or embassy infrastructure projects
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
Experience with electrical distribution systems, generators, switchgear, and critical power systems
Experience with design-build or EPC project delivery
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and international electrical standards
Experience managing IDIQ or task order-based contracts

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Program Manager and point of contact with the DoS Client.
Lead program planning, coordination, and communication between the Government, NVE leadership, and teaming partners.
Represent NVE in meetings with DoS, engineering stakeholders, and embassy facility teams.
Ensure contract compliance, quality performance, and responsiveness to Government requirements.
Lead the development of competitive task order proposals, including:
Technical approaches
Pricing strategy and cost estimates
staffing and resource planning
schedule development
Coordinate inputs from engineering, construction, logistics, and SME partners.
Manage proposal schedules and ensure compliance with Government submission requirements.
Manage the overall execution of task orders supporting electrical power systems upgrades and infrastructure modernization projects.
Coordinate work between teaming partners.
Oversee planning activities including site surveys, design development, construction planning, procurement coordination, and project execution.
Ensure effective collaboration between design, engineering, logistics, and construction teams.
Provide technical oversight and guidance on electrical infrastructure projects
Review technical approaches and ensure designs and construction strategies align with project requirements.
Monitor task order performance including scope, schedule, and budget.
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for overseas project execution.
Ensure coordination of logistics, travel planning, and site mobilization for overseas work.
Support construction planning and execution oversight when projects move into implementation.
Coordinate regularly with NVE leadership regarding program performance, business development opportunities, and program strategy.