Cherokee Nation Businesses

Program Manager

Cherokee Nation Businesses$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • 5-10+ years of experience managing federal contracts and contractor teams
  • Knowledge of managing contracts with numerous CDRLs
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and collaboration tools
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with multi-million-dollar defense contracts and knowledge of various contract types

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary contact for all contractor personnel on Government Programs
  • Oversee quality, accuracy, and timeliness of contract deliverables
  • Facilitate contractor employee onboarding and offboarding
  • Develop efficiencies to support Government missions
  • Lead resource allocation strategies to meet objectives
  • Collaborate with stakeholders for operational success
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and Government leadership

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

Cherokee Federal is seeking a highly experienced Program Manager to support Federal Government clients and their mission. The On-Site Program Manager will act as the primary interface between the Government stakeholders and the contractor workforce, ensuring all deliverables meet performance standards, contractual requirements, and mission timelines. This role demands a strategic leader with a proven record in federal contract management, resource optimization, and managing employees.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Program Manager Responsibilities Include:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all contractor personnel assigned to Government Programs.

  • Oversee and ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all contract deliverables and work products.

  • Facilitate the onboarding and offboarding of contractor employees.

  • Develop/determine efficiencies to support the Government and their mission.

  • Lead resource allocation strategies to meet Government objectives efficiently.

  • Collaborate with employees and program stakeholders to support program execution and operational success.

  • Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with internal teams, Government leadership, and external partners.

Program Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. (Required)

  • 5-10+ years of experience managing federal contracts and contractor teams, and meeting CDRL requirements.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of managing contracts with numerous CDRLs and ensuring contractor teams are fully staffed and supported.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint Online, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience with managing multi-million-dollar defense contracts and working knowledge of contract types such as FFP, CPFF, Cost Reimbursement, and T&M.

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About Cherokee Nation Businesses

Cherokee Nation Businesses is a diversified holding company that manages a range of businesses and investments in various sectors, including gaming, hospitality, aerospace, real estate, technology, healthcare, natural resources, and more. The company is owned by the Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States. Cherokee Nation Businesses is committed to creating economic opportunities and improving the quality of life for Cherokee citizens and the surrounding communities.
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