BenefitsWe have Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match. Long/Short Term Disability and Life Insurance. 25 days of PTO per year. Employees may choose to work or take PTO on Federal Holidays (pending contract requirements). We also offer a TRICARE Supplement Insurance Package as well as Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for areas of study relevant to employee position responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth.
Position DescriptionJob Title / Labor Category Title
Deputy Program Manager
Location
Washington, DC - Washington, DC 20003 US (Primary)
Security Clearance Requirements
Secret
Job Description
We are seeking a
Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to join our team in
Washington, DC.
Responsibilities:- Support the Program Manager in overseeing all aspects of contract execution, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and contract requirements
- Serve as the primary point of contact for SEA 21 leadership in the Program Manager's absence, maintaining clear and responsive communication
- Manage daily contractor operations, including staffing, subcontractor coordination, quality assurance, and performance oversight
- Oversee cost and schedule control, ensuring projects remain on budget and are delivered on time
- Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring continuous compliance with all contractual and regulatory obligations
- Supervise and support project personnel, fostering a high-performance team environment
- Lead internal and external meetings, providing clear direction and actionable updates to stakeholders
- Monitor task order progress and ensure timely delivery of all contract deliverables
- Provide strategic guidance to improve operational efficiency, contractor performance, and mission effectiveness
- Maintain strong communication with key stakeholders to support program objectives and ensure transparency
Job Requirements
Basic Qualifications:- Active Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in a business, financial, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in program or project management
- Experience in Navy Project Management or similar DoD programs
- Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor performance and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements
- Proven supervisory experience, including hiring, training, and managing project staff
- Strong background in interpreting and applying DoD policies, regulations, and standards
- Ability to travel (up to 10%) for site visits or stakeholder meetings
Key Competencies:- Skilled in managing day-to-day operations, including team scheduling, resource allocation, and cost control
- Proficient in analyzing contractor processes and implementing continuous improvements
- Experienced in monitoring project milestones, deliverables, risks, and compliance metrics
- Effective communicator with the ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders and report to senior leadership
- Capable of developing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, reports, and schedules
- Adept at leading meetings, facilitating strategic planning sessions, and driving project alignment with organizational goals
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)
Travel %
0 - 10%
