POSITION DESCRIPTION

T. White Parker is seeking a Program Manager to serve as the single point of contact for a task order supporting a federal civilian agency's IT policy oversight, portfolio management, and program management functions. The Program Manager leads task leads and supporting staff across all task areas - IT portfolio management, program and project management support, and strategic portfolio communications - and is accountable to the client's Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for the overall cost, schedule, and quality of contract performance.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership & Client Engagement

• Serve as the single point of contact and Key Personnel Program Manager for the task order, overseeing all task areas and supporting staff
• Participate in and lead the project kick-off meeting and recurring status meetings with the client, including introductions of contractor and government staff, agreement on meeting schedules, and agreement on delivery dates
• Conduct presentations and briefings to various audiences as requested by the client
• Coordinate and facilitate program and project management meetings, including pre- and post-meeting activities and documentation

Program Delivery & Quality Oversight

• Provide program management, project coordination, integration, and governance support across the IT solution lifecycle and technology integration efforts
• Support the client's implementation of FITARA and other federal IT management mandates across all task areas
• Monitor and report on cost, schedule, and quality performance across the task order, escalating risks and issues to client leadership as needed
• Provide oversight and quality review of all deliverables prior to submission to ensure completeness and alignment with requirements
• Prepare and submit monthly Accomplishment Reports detailing work completed, personnel changes, project risks, milestones achieved, and a look-ahead to upcoming activities

Staffing, Personnel & Contract Management

• Oversee staffing, onboarding, and performance of assigned personnel
• Prepare and manage engagement budget and forecast as well as staffing utilization and forecast.
• Ensure contract compliance and adherence to all related FAR or other regulations.
• Support other duties as assigned by Corporate.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Minimum of 10 years of program/project management experience, including at least 8 years managing federal government IT or professional services contracts
• Experience supporting IT portfolio governance, CPIC, or IT financial management programs
• Familiarity with FITARA and OMB IT investment oversight requirements
• Demonstrated experience serving as a single point of contact on a federal task order or contract
• Proficiency in presenting and reporting in both Microsoft Suite and Google Platform
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance/suitability determination
• Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

CORE COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, executive-level communication, and sound judgment in managing competing priorities across multiple task areas. This role requires the ability to build trust with client stakeholders, mentor and direct supporting staff, exercise discretion in escalating risks and issues, and maintain composure and professionalism under deadline pressure.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment at the client site in Washington, D.C., involving prolonged periods of sitting and computer use along with regular use of standard office equipment. The role may require occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of up to 15 pounds, and occasional local travel within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for meetings or events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

BENEFITS

T. White Parker offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off, including eligibility for unlimited PTO; federal holidays; flexible spending and dependent care benefits; commuter benefits; employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance; and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan terms are subject to applicable plan documents.

OTHER POSITION DETAILS

Location: Client site in SE Washington, D.C. (onsite; occasional telework subject to COR approval)

Reports To: TWP Program Executive

Employment Type: Full-Time