Transition and Beddown Program Manager

DEFTEC Corporation•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transition & Beddown Program Manager serves as the lead integrator for planning, coordinating, and executing the transition and interim beddown of personnel, missions, and infrastructure in support of organizational growth and relocation requirements. The role develops and implements transition strategies, synchronizes activities across stakeholders, and ensures facilities, systems, and services are ready to support mission continuity throughout the move. The position requires expertise in facilities planning, program management, and operational integration to anticipate requirements, mitigate risks, and deliver timely solutions. The manager works closely with government leadership, engineers, logisticians, mission owners, contractors, and other stakeholders to meet transition milestones and execute beddown operations efficiently, in compliance with applicable standards, and with minimal disruption to mission effectiveness.

Requirements

20 or more years of experience supporting DoD infrastructure, facilities, or mission integration programs.
Deep knowledge of GSA leasing, federal acquisition regulations, and facility lifecycle management.
Proven experience in secure construction, including SCIF design and accreditation.
Strong understanding of mission system integration, including IT, communications, and operational systems.
Demonstrated success developing and executing multi-source funding strategies.
Exceptional communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Familiarity with DoD real property policies and procedures.
Active TS/SCI clearance.
U.S. citizenship.
Master's degree or professional registration/license in engineering or architecture.

Responsibilities

Lead transition and beddown planning, aligning facilities, personnel, and mission requirements with strategic objectives.
Coordinate leasing efforts, including site selection, lease negotiation, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and other applicable guidance.
Partner with the Enhanced Use Leasing contractor to assess and refine cost, schedule, and capability options in support of mission requirements.
Provide guidance on facility acquisition, beddown strategies, and funding approaches for near-term transition and long-term construction needs.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to capture requirements, secure funding, and synchronize execution activities.
Develop and implement funding and phasing strategies aligned with program timelines, fiscal constraints, and mission priorities.
Oversee secure construction planning and execution in compliance with ICD/ICS 705 and other federal security standards.
Integrate mission systems, IT infrastructure, and specialized capabilities into facility design and activation to ensure operational readiness and interoperability.
Liaise with DoD stakeholders, federal agencies, mission owners, and contractors to support transition, facility activation, and mission integration.
Track risks, issues, and dependencies, and recommend courses of action to government leadership to maintain schedule, budget, and mission continuity.