Contract Program Manager

Cherokee Federal; United States; Remote; USD 185,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Holidays

EAP

FSA/HSA

Professional development

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Contract Program Manager for a fully remote role based in the United States. The position focuses on day-to-day management and delivery of assigned contracts, serving as the primary point of accountability for contract performance and ensuring all requirements, milestones, and customer expectations are fulfilled.

The compensation starts at $185,000 to $195,000 DOE, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of federal consulting, transformation, acquisition, program leadership, data, process, governance, change, or related experience.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage executive stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, and decision‑support skills.
• Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary manager responsible for delivery and performance of the assigned contracts.
• Maintain accountability for all contract deliverables, schedules, milestones, and performance tracking.
• Coordinate contract staff, subcontractors, and other personnel to ensure proper execution.
• Interface with Government/customers regarding contract execution and issues.
• Provide regular contract-level performance updates to the Managing Director.
• Support contract modifications and changing customer priorities.

Skills

Problem framing

Executive briefing

Negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree or certification preferred

Job description

Contract Program Manager

Remote, United States (Remote)

Job Title: Contract Program Manager

Job Code: PAF161

Location: Remote

Reports to: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date: 9/29/2026

Position Summary:

The On-Contract Program Manager is responsible for the successful day-to-day management and delivery of all requirements associated with assigned contracts. The On-Contract Program Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for contract performance and ensures that all contractual requirements, deliverables, milestones, schedules, quality standards, and customer expectations are effectively managed and fulfilled. The On-Contract Program Manager reports to the Managing Director and works within established corporate policies, processes, and guidance.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Contract Program Manager: $185,000 - $195,000 DOE

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Serve as the primary manager responsible for successful delivery and performance of the assigned contracts
• Manage and oversee the execution of all contract requirements in accordance with the PWS/SOW, task orders, modifications, and other applicable Government direction
• Maintain accountability for all contract deliverables, including development, coordination, quality review, submission, tracking, and acceptance
• Establish and maintain contract-level schedules, milestones, action items, and performance tracking mechanisms to ensure requirements are completed on time
• Coordinate and oversee contract staff, subcontractors, and other supporting personnel to ensure work is properly assigned, executed, and delivered
• Monitor contract performance, staffing, workload, quality, schedule, and customer requirements and take corrective action when necessary
• Serve as the primary day-to-day interface with the Government/customer regarding contract execution, requirements, deliverables, status, and issues
• Conduct regular reviews of contract performance and communicate progress, risks, issues, and upcoming requirements to the Managing Director
• Identify potential performance, staffing, schedule, technical, or customer issues and elevate matters requiring corporate-level support or decision‑making
• Ensure contract documentation, correspondence, deliverable records, meeting materials, action-item logs, and other required records are maintained accurately and appropriately
• Coordinate the preparation of required status reports, briefings, presentations, meeting materials, and other contract‑required documentation
• Track Government comments, questions, requests, and action items through resolution and ensure appropriate follow‑through
• Ensure work products meet applicable contractual, technical, quality and customer requirements prior to delivery
• Support contract modifications, new requirements, and changing customer priorities by coordinating the impact on staffing, schedules, deliverables, and execution
• Promote effective communication and coordination among contract personnel, Government stakeholders, subcontractors, and Cherokee corporate management
• Support contract transition, onboarding, staffing changes, surge requirements, and other activities necessary to maintain uninterrupted contract performance
• Maintain awareness of contract requirements and ensure the project team understands applicable responsibilities, deadlines, and performance expectations
• Provide regular contract‑level performance updates and metrics to the Managing Director
• Perform other contract management and program execution duties as assigned
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

• The On-Contract Program Manager is accountable for the complete and successful delivery of assigned contracts
• This includes ensuring that contractual requirements are understood, work is appropriately planned and assigned, deliverables are completed and submitted on schedule, customer requirements are addressed, and performance issues are identified and resolved or appropriately escalated
• The Managing Director provides corporate-level oversight, guidance, and support, while the On-Contract Program Manager maintains primary responsibility for the day-to-day execution and delivery of individual contracts

Basic Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressively responsible Federal consulting, transformation, acquisition, program leadership, data, process, governance, change, or related experience
• Demonstrated accountability for major workstreams, multi-disciplinary teams, executive stakeholders, quality, risk, and accepted outcomes
• Exceptional problem framing, executive facilitation, writing, briefing, negotiation, and decision‑support skills
• Ability to integrate diverse disciplines and convert ambiguity into an executable operating approach
• Demonstrated success developing people, reusable methods, trusted client relationships, and sustainable client capabilities
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience; advanced degree or senior professional certification preferred

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate‑controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission‑driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Businesses Corp - CFED, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee‑federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

For applicants located in Colorado, New York, California, Washington, Illinois, Hawaii, Massachusetts, or other states with pay transparency requirements: the estimated annual salary range for this position is $100,000 – $113,000. Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self‑identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self‑identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee‑federal.com.