Program Manager Needed - D.O.D Contracts Cost/Schedule Manufacturing

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Our Electronics and Power Distribution Client is a Dynamic and Innovative Technology Solutions Company based in Baltimore, Maryland, specializing in designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions.

We are currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our PMO team. The successful candidate will be pivotal in managing the cost, schedule, and performance of contracts for DOD end customers.

Position: Program Manager – D.O.D Contracts Cost/Schedule - Manufacturing

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Industry: Electronics/Aerospace

Role: Full-time, Permanent

Position Summary:

The Program Manager (D.O.D Contracts) will be responsible for overseeing multiple programs, ensuring their successful execution, and serving as the primary interface with external customers. This role involves proactive communication with stakeholders, risk identification and mitigation, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management:

· Manage the cost, schedule, and performance of multiple programs.

· Serve as the primary interface with external customers, ensuring satisfaction.

· Ensure timely completion of all materials and deliverables.

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with program execution.

· Drive technical excellence, setting program standards and enabling execution.

· Provide overall leadership and direction to an integrated program team.

Financial Management:

· Forecast financial performance and maximize award fee/profit.

· Assist in negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms and conditions.

· Manage complex budgets.

Stakeholder Communication:

· Proactively communicate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle.

· Facilitate communication with project sponsors, partners, team members, service and support personnel, and management.

Proposal Development and Growth:

· Support growth activities such as proposal development, quoting activities, and visiting customers.

· Develop and manage submission proposals.

Project Planning and Reporting:

· Develop project schedules, timelines, resource requirements, and budgets.

· Produce regular status reports, including project achievement status, risks, issues, and recommendations for corrective action.

· Track and report on progress and outcomes.

General Management:

· Manage key program elements, including goals and milestones, risks, available resources, budgets, standard operating procedures, quality control, and results. Identify project interdependencies, aligning resources and efforts where appropriate.

· Proactively anticipate and address project issues.

Education and Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred, Or Business, Finance, Accounting or a relevant 4-year Degree.

· Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must have an understanding and knowledge of engineering design/manufacturing.

· Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one within 1 year.

· Demonstrated ability to lead others and manage resources to ensure complete contract coverage.

· Ability to organize, delegate, and monitor work to stay on schedule.

· Provide supervision to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness of work product.

· Expertise with monitoring and evaluation functions.

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with management, staff, and external stakeholders.

· Ability to compile and analyze data and provide recommendations.

· Ability to analyze programs and processes for effectiveness.

· Ability to operate independently to complete tasks.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.

· Detail-oriented with strong writing skills for drafting and formatting professional-grade documents.

· High degree of organization and time-management skills.

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