Defense Contracting Program Manager
Job Description
Latitude is searching for a Program Manager to oversee a diverse range of government programs. The scope of programs ranges from development of an electric tactical vehicle to training aids for drug and explosive detection to equipment used to enhance situational awareness of tactical vehicles.
This is an in-office full-time high-profile and hands-on position which requires working with global teams.
Position location: Bethesda Maryland.
Duties include:
Manage Program Management activities for all relevant Government contracts.
Plan and organize relevant program(s) timeline and tracking.
In conjunction with Business Development/Sales personnel develop program metrics/key milestones.
Ensuring performance to program requirements.
Responsible for program timing quality and budget (full accountability).
Maintain communication to upper management on program risks and risk resolution.
Collaborate with other professionals to ensure high quality deliverables within organization guidelines policies and procedures.
Deal with work process optimization methods and risk management tools for the successful accomplishments according to the requirements of the stakeholders.
Coordinate with Business Development/Sales personnel in their capture management tasks responding to RFQs preparing proposals and on-time delivery of goods.
Establish and maintain trusted relationships with the government and partner stakeholders.
Exert mature leadership and clearly communicate goals and objectives to the companys clients. Keeping client informed on a regular basis and achieve planned goals and objectives.
Work in close coordination with the client end-users OEMs system integrators and prime government contractors.
Participate in trade shows and attend seminars & symposiums as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
Education:
BS/BA Degree or equivalent experience. PMP Certification Required.
Leadership:
Track record of successful quality program management.
Experience:
At least three to five years of experience in Department of Defense program management. Experience with government contracts or veteran status a plus.
Planning Skills:
Demonstrated ability to prepare and execute a quality plan.
Communication Skills:
High-level communication skills (writing speaking preparation of Power Point and Excel Project and Word).
Program Manager
