6+ years of experience, with 3+ in a supervisory role for DoD R&D initiatives.
Experience managing government advisory and assistance services contracts.
Familiarity with quality control plans and continuity of operations strategies.
Solid understanding of DARPA/DoD program management and reporting.
Proven ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team on classified projects.
Experience with DARPA OASIS+ IDIQ contracts is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and classified networks.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary contractor point of contact for Contracting Officer and Representative.
Direct and coordinate contractor personnel across various support functions.
Develop and execute the Quality Control Plan and Transition-In Plan.
Provide vacancy notifications and propose replacement personnel promptly.
Ensure onboarding compliance for all new personnel related to security training.
Prepare and submit monthly progress and management reports.
Maintain a minimum of 80% personnel retention rate over 12 months.
Benefits
Onsite role in Arlington, VA, promoting direct engagement with clients and stakeholders.
Opportunities to work on high-accountability contracts influencing mission outcomes.
Access to training and development resources for contractor personnel.
Engagement with leading-edge DARPA projects enhancing professional expertise.
Full Job Description
Zantech is looking for a talented Program Manager to contribute to the success of our upcoming Service Delivery & Resource Allocation Management Support project for an onsite role based out of Arlington, VA.
The SProgram Manager will play a crucial role in providing:
General support to Office Director, Deputy Director, Deputy Program Directors, ADPM, and Program Managers
Comprehensive personnel management; workforce stability; vacancy notification and replacement
Contractor training oversight
Quality assurance across financial, administrative, acquisition, and technical support tasks
The Program Manager serves as the primary interface between the contractor team and Government leadership. This individual is responsible for overall contract management, quality assurance, personnel direction, regulatory compliance, and ensuring mission continuity across all task areas. This role carries direct accountability for contractor performance against all Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) in the PWS and a required 80% personnel retention rate over any 12-month period.
Designated Impact:
The Program Manager has the Highest-accountability role on the contract. Decisions made by this individual directly affect mission execution, program continuity, and the contractor's performance rating.
Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to:
Serve as the primary contractor point of contact (POC) to the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)
Direct, monitor, and coordinate all contractor personnel assigned under the task order across financial, administrative, acquisition, and technical support functions
Develop, maintain, and execute the Quality Control Plan (QCP); submit within 15 days of award and quarterly thereafter
Develop and execute the Transition-In Plan; submit within 5 calendar days of task order award
Provide written vacancy notification to COR and CO within 1 business day; propose replacement candidates within 7 business days
Ensure all onboarded personnel attend DARPA Base Camp within their first week and ADPM onboarding within their first month
Prepare and deliver the Monthly Contractor Progress, Status, and Management Report and Monthly Contractor Badge Data List
Maintain 80% personnel retention rate over any 12-month performance period
Ensure all personnel possess and maintain the required security clearances per Attachment 02
Respond to COR surge requirements within 7 business days of labor/duration agreement
Complete and comply with all required NDAs, security awareness, and privacy training
Required Experience or Knowledge of the following technologies/functions:
Minimum 6 years; at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity directing major DoD R&D efforts
Proven track record managing government advisory and assistance services (A&AS) contracts
Experience developing and executing quality control plans, transition plans, and continuity of operations strategies
Strong understanding of DARPA or DoD program management processes and reporting requirements
Demonstrated ability to staff, direct, and retain a multi-disciplinary team on classified programs
Experience with DARPA OASIS+ or similar IDIQ contract vehicles strongly preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with classified network environments (SIPRNet, JWICS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related software
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to deal with conflicts and diverse stakeholders
Required Education/Certifications:
Education Required
Bachelor's degree in any field
Education Preferred
Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
Preferred Certifications
PMP (Project Management Professional)
DAU Program Management coursework (PMT 250/255 or equivalent)
Required Security Clearance:
US Citizenship required
Must possess and Active US Top Secret (TS); must be eligible for SCI access
