Program Manager

UIC Government Services - Dahlgren, VA

Full-time - Senior

Dahlgren, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Program Manager at Bowhead will lead and oversee multiple complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing financial aspects and providing technical direction. This role requires a strong background in program and contract management, with a focus on project planning, risk mitigation, and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Develop and implement business strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Provide technical direction and guidance to project teams
• Manage financial aspects of projects, including budgeting and cost estimation
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with project execution
• Ensure quality management through the formulation and enforcement of work standards
• Oversee configuration and data management efforts
• Handle DoD contract management responsibilities
• Leverage efficient management processes to achieve cost savings
• Prepare and present status reports to stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) fields
• 15 years of combined general and specialized experience in program and contract management efforts
• 8 years of specialized experience in financial planning and reporting, status reporting, project planning, developing business strategy, providing technical direction, risk identification and mitigation, quality management, cost estimation, and contract management
• 5 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management efforts
• 5 years of DoD contract management experience
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Career growth and professional development opportunities