Head of Programme Management

Program Manager (DTRA PAO)Bowhead is seeking a Program Manager for the upcoming DTRA PAO contract in Fort Belvoir, VA. In this role, you will serve as the central point of contact for contract performance, overseeing all PWS requirements, deliverable schedules, and quality standards across the full public affairs, digital media, and multimedia production effort.DTRA's Public Affairs Office (PA) seeks to acquire specialized public affairs, digital and interactive media (photos, videos, interactive displays), and multimedia production services to enhance DTRA's ability to communicate its mission, activities, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders, including the public, media, interagency partners, and international allies.ResponsibilitiesServe as the designated Point of Contact (POC) responsible for overall management and coordination of the contractAct as the primary interface with the Government Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)Provide program management oversight to ensure all PWS requirements, deliverable schedules, and quality standards are metCoordinate across video production, editing, digital asset management, web development, and media analysis teams to ensure integrated deliveryOversee adherence to digital production standards, copyright compliance, and journalistic ethics across all productsMonitor staffing, performance, and quality control processes, escalating risks and resource needs to the Government as appropriateSupport collaboration between the contractor team and internal/external subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure technical accuracy and visual fidelityEnsure OPSEC and PAO release checkpoints are respected, recognizing the Government's sole authority over OPSEC reviews and release approvalsOther duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant disciplineMinimum of 5-10 years of progressive, specialized professional experience in program/contract management, preferably supporting DoD or federal public affairs contractsDemonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (video production, digital media, web development) on federal contractsStrong understanding of DoD Visual Information standards, Section 508 compliance, and OPSEC requirements preferredPhysical Demands:Must be able to lift up to 25 poundsMust be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of timeMust be able to twist, bend and squat periodicallySECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.Target salary is $125,000- $175,000 commensurate with experiencePlease note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.