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Position Title: Program Manager

Location: Langley, VA

Job Type: Contract

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Manager to lead large-scale maintenance and engineering contracts within a military or government environment. The successful candidate will bring extensive expertise in managing complex operations, demonstrating strong leadership and a thorough understanding of industry regulations, safety, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Oversee the execution of maintenance and engineering contracts, ensuring alignment with contract specifications, timelines, and budget requirements.
• Project Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Team Management: Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with government officials, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and negotiation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all activities adhere to federal, state, and local regulations governing construction and maintenance operations. Uphold safety and quality assurance protocols.
• Budget Management: Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and delivering projects on time and within allocated resources.
• Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance in civil engineering operations and leverage engineering and project management software tools to optimize performance.
• Reporting: Prepare and deliver comprehensive progress reports, performance metrics, and compliance documentation to relevant stakeholders.
• Security Clearance: Maintain eligibility and comply with requirements for access to sensitive and restricted areas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering operations, including 5+ years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Preferred certifications: Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to construction and maintenance activities.
• Proven experience in project planning, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with experience engaging government officials and contractors.
• Proficiency in project management and engineering software tools.
• Commitment to safety, quality assurance, and operational excellence.
• Familiarity with military protocols and operational requirements (preferred).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Adaptability
• Collaboration