Head of Programme Management

Position title: Program ManagerLocation: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MarylandClearance required: TOP SECRET (SCI - eligible preferred)Scope: Serve as the single, full-authority Program Manager. Provide total management and coordination of contract cost, schedule, performance, and quality across the RTI mission-support team.Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Serve as the Contractor's primary point of contact with full authority to act and make decisions on all matters on behalf of the Contractor; designate an authorized alternate.Direct total management and coordination of the task order, ensuring compliance with all performance standards and RS3 base contract clauses.Lead the 30-day transition-in, including ramp-up schedule, hiring sequence, and full staffing within the 30-day objective fill timeline.Manage subcontractor integration and oversight, surge response, and replacement of departed personnel within 30 days.Ensure timely delivery of all CDRLs, including monthly Contractor's Progress and Status Reports and the Funds and Man-Hours (eCRAFT) Expenditure Report.Report actual vs. projected technical progress, cost, and schedule status to the Government.Bachelor's or master's degree in business or a related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience managing Department of War (DoW) research and development contracts.Demonstrated authority and experience managing cost, schedule, and performance on DoW services task orders of comparable size and complexity.Experience leading contract transitions and full staffing within compressed (30-day) timelines.Working knowledge of CPFF completion-type contract management and CDRL delivery.Desired Qualifications:Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.Prior program management supporting DEVCOM C5ISR or ACC-APG customers.PMP or DAWIA/equivalent program management certification.

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