Program Manager

Library Systems & Services LLC•Washington, DC

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About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Program Manager to provide overall leadership and contractual oversight for a federal grants management support program. This position serves as the primary point of contact with the Government Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and is responsible for ensuring high-quality technical performance, compliance with federal regulations, effective staff management, and successful delivery of all contract requirements. The Program Manager must possess extensive experience managing Federal grants programs, with demonstrated expertise in competitive and discretionary grant environments. The individual is responsible for directing all pre-award and post-award support activities, ensuring compliance with DOT financial assistance policies, and overseeing budget reviews, cost analyses, and risk assessments. The Program Manager is expected to lead quality assurance activities, manage contract deliverables, and ensure timely and accurate reporting. This role also requires the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, address performance risks, and maintain continuity of operations throughout the period of performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 10 years of Federal grants management experience
Minimum 5 years managing Federal programs and professional staff
Demonstrated experience with competitive/discretionary grants
Expert knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200
Experience supporting DOT or comparable Federal agencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior government stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, mitigate risk, and ensure continuity of operations

Nice To Haves

Experience with grants systems such as ESC PRISM, GrantSolutions, FMIS, or USA Spending
Experience with infrastructure, construction, transportation, or research grant programs
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Lists, Teams) and/or Google Workspace environments
Experience drafting QASPs, SOPs, and formal government reports

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary interface with the COR and agency stakeholders for all matters related to performance, staffing, deliverables, and risk.
Provide overall management of contract personnel, ensuring work quality, accountability, and continuity of operations.
Lead performance management for assigned staff, including workload coordination, leave approval, issue resolution, onboarding, and professional development.
Ensure all reporting requirements are met accurately and on time, including monthly progress and status reports
Ensure all work aligns with 2 CFR Part 200, DOT financial assistance policies, and applicable federal regulations.
Oversee and provide guidance on pre-award and post-award activities, including: Budget reviews and cost analysis Risk assessments Development and review of award documentation Grant amendments and closeouts
Support development and improvement of SOPs, templates, guidance documents, and internal workflows related to grants administration.
Lead quality assurance activities across the contract, ensuring deliverables meet standards and do not require rework.
Monitor performance metrics and address potential risks proactively.
Ensure staff maintain accurate records within government systems (e.g., PRISM, GrantSolutions, FMIS, or successor systems).