Manager, Programs

Responsibilities Ownership of projects and budgets Management of program cost, schedule, performance, quality, and suppliers Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community Development and adherence to master plans and schedules Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization Ensuring all contractual technical requirements are met Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives Measuring and reporting program performance Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.) Managing suppliers to meet program objectives Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities Requirements Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of related professional/military experience Experience with Earned Value Management Ability to develop and manage schedules related to a major project or program The ability to apply knowledge, insights and understanding of business and financial concepts, tools and processes to the benefit of program decisions, actions, and performance Must have an active US Government Secret clearance Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor