Energy Program Manager

BDO USA; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is looking for a Senior Manager for their Government Program to oversee the management of federally funded programs. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, and a strong background in government initiatives.

Ideal candidates will possess five or more years of experience and demonstrate success in managing program execution and compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential. Join BDO to make a significant impact in promoting governmental objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Five years of relevant experience in government initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates long-range program objectives.
• Oversees compliance with laws and regulations.
• Manages program staff including grant managers.
• Ensures fiscal compliance of substantial budgets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, political science, or finance

Master’s degree in business administration, political science, or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

Overview

The Government Program Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing the development, administration, and monitoring of federally funded programs and projects. The role’s primary responsibility is to ensure that programs are eligible under local, state, and federal regulations and adhere to the outlined program guidelines and procedures. The incumbent is expected to provide high-level expertise across a broad range of subject matter areas including project management, compliance and monitoring, federal reporting, procurement, and eligibility standards applicable for each project.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates long-range program goals and objectives to align with agency missions
• Directs, analyzes, and supervises processes for large-scale, complex, or statewide programs
• Oversees substantial budgets, ensuring fiscal compliance and optimal allocation of resources
• Interprets, implements, and ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and public policy standards
• Serves as a liaison with government officials, internal teams, and external stakeholders; provides briefings and reports
• Monitors all internal program and project activities to ensure quality control and quality assurance and prepares for Federal audits of program activities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides complete oversight of program management staff to include grant managers, quality control specialists, case management, and administrative staff
• Supervises, coaches, and manages the performance of project managers, technical staff, and administrative staff

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, political science, or finance, required
• Master’s degree in business administration, political science, or finance, preferred

Experience

• Five (5) or more years’ experience working with state and local governments, and the types of initiatives necessary to help them build their economy and culture, required
• Demonstrated success managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production, meet tight deadlines, and deliver compliant, quality work products, required
• Demonstrated success in program execution, client relationships, and profitability, preferred

Software

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project Management Software), required

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, emotional intelligence, critical thinking skills, and integrity and ethics
• Team player with the demonstrated ability to build organizational capability, motivate teaming partners/staff to ensure high levels of engagement, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.