Program Manager

MDW Associates

$110K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of program management experience required
  • Deep knowledge of Federal Acquisition laws and policies
  • Proficient in fund management and resource control
  • Experience with managing complex multi-task contracts
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects with varying technical complexity
  • Serve as primary contact for the Contracting Officer and COR
  • Contribute to strategic plans and operational objectives
  • Ensure the delivery of quality products and services
  • Manage day-to-day interactions with clients
  • Set and manage client expectations effectively
  • Provide technical guidance to contractor staff

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Group Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability
  • Retirement/401(k) plan
  • Flexible Leave Policy
Full Job Description
MDW Associates is currently seeking a Program Manager to work with our government client in Washington, DC. The Program Manager will support the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and is responsible for the overall management of the team. They organize, direct and coordinate the planning and production of all project activities.

This position is hybrid in Washington, DC.

The Program Manager may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties:
  • Managing projects with various levels of technical complexity.
  • Be a single point of contact for the Contracting Officer and the COR.
  • Achieving operational objectives and contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews.
  • Ensuring quality products and services are delivered.
  • Managing day-to-day client interaction.
  • Setting and managing client expectations.
  • Providing technical direction and guidance to contractor staff to ensure Contract requirements and expectations are clear, success criteria are defined, progress toward results are monitored, and that all activities are performed in compliance with the terms of the Contract.
  • Meeting financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
  • Trains and directs employee work activities.
  • Conduct hiring activities.
  • Signs timecards and prepares performance reviews.

Required Experience/Skills:
  • At least 10 years of practical program management experience.
  • Comprehensive Federal Acquisition knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Expertise in the management and control of funds and resources.
  • Use complex reporting mechanisms, demonstrated capability in managing multi-task contracts and/or subcontracts of various types and complexity.
  • Capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Products must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education Requirement(s):
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Education, Management Sciences, Psychology, Human Resources Development/ Management, or other related discipline or equivalent experience in a technical or business discipline

Security Requirement(s):
  • Candidates for this position must have be able to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package for our employees, including but not limited to:
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group Life Insurance/Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability
  • Retirement/401(k)
  • Flexible Leave Policy

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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