Program Manager

SHR Group

$90K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • 10+ years of program or project management experience
  • Experience with government programs or contracts
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes
  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-security environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end program management activities for government contracts and initiatives
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the government customer
  • Manage program scope, schedule, budget, and performance
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical, operational, and support staff
  • Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and security requirements
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Provide regular status reports, briefings, and updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the program

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Paid time off and holidays
Full Job Description
About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and oversee complex government programs at a customer site in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering programs that meet stringent government requirements, timelines, and performance standards. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to operate in a secure, high-visibility environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead end-to-end program management activities for government contracts and initiatives
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the government customer
  • Manage program scope, schedule, budget, and performance
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical, operational, and support staff
  • Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and security requirements
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Provide regular status reports, briefings, and updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the program
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other iterative development methodologies
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana


Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience in program or project management
  • Demonstrated experience managing government programs or contracts
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes
  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-security environment


Work Environment:
  • 100% onsite at government facility. Must be local to DC Metro Area with reliable transporation
  • Must comply with all security and access protocols


Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Paid time off and holidays

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