Job Title: Contract Manager / Program Manager
Location: Silver Spring, MD
This position is contingent upon contract award.Clearance Required: Public Trust Eligible
Salary Range: $130K-145K
/ Based on Experience
Application Deadline: July 30, 2026
To apply, please follow these steps:- Visit https://ibsscorp.com/careers/
- Select the position you are interested in
- Review the job details, then click Apply Now
- Complete and submit your application
Description
This position is contingent upon contract award.Overview- The Contract Manager serves as the primary liaison between the contractor and the Government, holding full authority to act on all daily operational matters related to the contract.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee the performance of all contract work and direct the contractor workforce.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
- Be available within 30 minutes during normal duty hours, and within 2 hours after normal duty hours, to resolve problem areas.
- Ensure quality control and prepare/sign performance evaluation meeting minutes.
- Manage employee onboarding, ensuring completion of conflict of interest forms, non-disclosure agreements, and facility safety courses.
- Day-to-day supervision of staff team performance
Required: - BS/BA in relevant fields
- More than 5 years program management experience supporting a science-oriented organization
- Proven track record of supervising more than 10 staff
- Previous working experience in a similar environment
- PMP preferred
Preferred:- Previous experience at NOAA, NASA, NSF, or an agency with strong science missions
- Graduate degree in a relevant field
General Qualifications (Applicable to all roles)All positions must possess the following general skills and characteristics:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), Google Workspace (Mail, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- A highly motivated, energetic, and professional demeanor, with the ability to interface with senior, influential, international officials.
- Strong foundation in ethical behavior, sound business judgment, and thorough research capabilities.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
