Program Director I

Role Description

Akima Facilities Support Group is seeking an experienced Program Director I to lead the execution, operational performance, and strategic growth of the U.S. Army EAGLE portfolio of programs within the Facilities & Ground Logistics Sub Capability Group.

The Program Director will provide senior leadership across a geographically dispersed portfolio supporting U.S. Army customers and will be accountable for:

• Contract performance
• Financial results
• Customer satisfaction
• Workforce management
• Safety
• Quality
• Compliance
• Continuous improvement

The position will lead Program Managers and other functional leaders while serving as a senior operational interface with Army customers, corporate leadership, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a proven federal contractor operations executive with demonstrated experience managing complex Army logistics, facilities operations, maintenance, supply, equipment, depot, or installation support programs. The candidate must be equally comfortable:

• Leading day-to-day execution
• Managing contract and financial performance
• Resolving customer issues
• Developing high-performing teams
• Identifying opportunities for portfolio growth

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in federal contracting, with significant experience in operations, program management, logistics, facilities, maintenance, supply chain, depot, or installation support.
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing multiple programs, contracts, or geographically dispersed operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex U.S. Government contracts or portfolios.
• Experience supporting the U.S. Army or other Department of Defense customers.
• Demonstrated understanding of federal contracting principles, including FAR/DFARS, contract modifications, funding, labor requirements, subcontract management, and contract performance.
• Demonstrated financial-management experience, including revenue, margin, forecasting, EAC/ETC, labor utilization, and cost control.
• Experience managing direct and indirect labor forces, including union/CBA and Service Contract Act environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong customer relationships and resolve complex operational and contractual issues.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, organizational, and executive communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Government security clearance(s).

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, or comparable professional certification (preferred).
• Prior U.S. military leadership experience, particularly Army logistics, sustainment, depot, installation, or facilities operations (preferred).
• Experience managing $100M+ federal portfolios (preferred).
• Experience with Army EAGLE or comparable Army logistics/facilities contracts (preferred).
• Experience with large-scale facilities O&M, supply chain, material management, equipment maintenance, depot operations, or ground logistics (preferred).
• Experience managing collective bargaining agreements and complex labor environments (preferred).
• Experience with Power BI, CMMS/EAM, ERP, project controls, and other operational analytics platforms (preferred).

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

• AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
• AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance.
• As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity.
• You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.