Senior Delivery Lead – Federal Grants & Head Start

JBS International•North Bethesda, MD

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Delivery Lead (Early Childhood Project Manager IV) provides overall contract management, serves as the Government liaison and primary point of contact, and oversees all facets of project execution. This experienced senior subject matter expert leads complex, high-profile, multifaceted projects supporting Office of Head Start grant recipients. The role applies JBS project management best practices, ensures project value aligns with organizational goals, meets client expectations, and adheres to scope, budget, and quality standards, and leads continuous improvement of project management methodologies with the Project Management Office (PMO). The position leads day-to-day management of a federal contract supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs nationwide. It directs a multidisciplinary team and oversees regional office operations, program and data management customer service, grant recipient compliance support, quality assurance, project planning, budgets, staff utilization, deliverables, and client relationships. The role also contributes to capture planning and business development. This is a remote position. Candidates living within 50 miles of the North Bethesda or San Mateo offices will be considered hybrid. Travel may be required up to 15 percent. The position requires the ability to pass background investigations required for access to federal facilities and systems. Work is primarily in a typical office environment, with moderate noise and exposure to computer screens. Physical requirements include extended computer use, reading screens and printed materials, precise hand and finger movements, verbal and written communication, frequent standing, walking, reaching and bending, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds for short distances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field from an accredited university or college.
At least 10 years of progressive professional experience managing large projects.
At least 5 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
Ability to work independently while coordinating a larger team.
Excellent organization and time-management skills.
Ability to write clearly and concisely, with attention to detail and audience.
Experience managing remote or distributed teams.
Fluency in English, orally and in writing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Power BI, and with Smartsheet.
Ability to pass background investigations as required for access to federal facilities and systems.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including extended computer use and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds for short distances.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field from an accredited university or college.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent certification.
Experience supporting HHS, ACF, or OHS programs.
Experience or training in fiscal reporting, in-kind contributions, cost allocation, budgeting, or internal controls for Head Start programs.
Experience using federal information systems such as HSES, AMS, or GrantSolutions.
Experience designing, purchasing, constructing, renovating, or maintaining facilities that operate Head Start programs.
Experience addressing sensitive subject matter such as child abuse and neglect.
Experience in federal monitoring of early childhood programs, fiscal management of early childhood programs, facilities or early childhood learning environments, child health and safety, Head Start program options, the Full Enrollment Initiative (FEI), or changes in scope (CiS).

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day management of a federal contract supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs nationwide.
Develop, refine, and continuously improve regional office operations and processes for effective data management, oversight, and management systems.
Establish and track progress toward successful delivery of program management and data management customer service.
Aggregate, analyze, and present data gathered from multiple sources.
Monitor and identify performance or compliance concerns and support development of risk mitigation strategies and expanded customer support services.
Lead and guide a multidisciplinary team, including grants management, data management, data analytics, and engineering staff, to support grant recipients’ compliance with performance standards and grant requirements.
Develop, refine, and implement standard operating procedures, guidance documents, training materials, and webinars.
Apply a continuous quality improvement approach to evolve oversight mechanisms, support grant recipients, and promote positive outcomes for children and families.
Produce written products such as memoranda, presentations, and correspondence.
Oversee project budgets and staff utilization.
Oversee project workplans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies in collaboration with project leadership, Expert Team Directors, the Practice Director, and the PMO.
Oversee quality control of project deliverables and implement review processes to maintain high standards.
Maintain current professional expertise in early childhood and identify trends, emerging issues, policies, and evidence-based practices.
Lead and participate in capture planning and business development activities aligned with enterprise strategic goals and initiatives.
Cultivate long-term relationships with existing clients and partners and seek new relationships.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.