Deputy Program Manager

Spry Methods, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Deputy Program Manager to support a government contract in Washington, DC. In this pivotal role, you will assist in the planning, execution, and management of major programs, ensuring alignment with agency goals. You will leverage your analytical skills and leadership experience to guide teams, negotiate resources, and monitor budgets effectively. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects that impact the agency's success. If you possess a strong background in project management and a passion for driving results, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of professional experience in project management.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor performance and Navy Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing detailed plans for major programs and technology initiatives.
• Support the execution and successful completion of vital programs.
• Establish and monitor budgets and costs to keep the program within financial constraints.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or financial related field

Master's degree in business or financial related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview):

Spry is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to join our team supporting a government contract in Washington, DC. In this role, you will support and assist the Program Manager in overseeing the overall planning, direction, and success of major programs, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives that are crucial to the activity’s and agency’s needs. You will help manage large, multi-year programs divided into several sub-programs or tasks, assist in defining the program's scope, objectives, and deliverables, and help organize the program structure. Key responsibilities include supporting the development of short-term and long-term plans, assisting in formulating and guiding the technical approach, negotiating with personnel to secure necessary resources, and helping establish and control technical milestones, schedules, budgets, and costs. We value logical thinking, analytical skills, and leadership to support both our customer and team effectively.

What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):

1. Comprehensive Planning: Assist in developing detailed plans for major programs, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives
2. Execution and Success: Support the effective execution and successful completion of programs that are vital to the activity’s and agency’s needs
3. Scope and Objectives Definition: Help define the program's scope, objectives, and deliverables
4. Program Structuring: Organize the program into sub-programs or tasks, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities
5. Immediate Goals and Strategies: Formulate short-term goals and strategies to achieve program milestones
6. Long-Term Planning: Develop long-range plans to sustain and expand the program over multiple years
7. Technical Approach Creation: Create and guide the technical approach for the program
8. Technical Direction: Direct the technical aspects to ensure alignment with program goals
9. Resource Identification: Identify the necessary resources (personnel, equipment, budget) required for the program
10. Resource Negotiation: Negotiate with activity and agency personnel to secure the required resources
11. Milestone Setting and Control: Establish and control technical milestones to track progress
12. Schedule Management: Develop and manage schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks
13. Budget and Cost Monitoring: Establish and monitor budgets and costs to keep the program within financial constraints
14. Continuous Guidance and Direction: Provide ongoing guidance and direction to ensure the program meets its objectives and delivers value to the agency

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

1. Secret clearance
2. Bachelor's degree in business or financial related field
3. 10 years of professional experience
4. Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor performance
5. Demonstrated Supervisory experience
6. Demonstrated experience in Navy Project Management
7. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

1. Master's degree in business or financial related field
2. PMP Certification

Additional Details:

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology