Energy Program Manager

BDO USA, LLP; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Government Program Senior Manager to oversee federally funded programs, ensure eligibility under federal, state and local regulations, and provide expertise in project management, compliance and federal reporting.

The role directs large-scale programs, monitors budgets, liaises with government officials and stakeholders, and supports audits; requires 5+ years in government programs, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to lead

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, political science, or finance, required
• Master's degree in business administration, political science, or finance, preferred
• Five (5) or more years' experience with state/local governments, required
• Demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, quality work products
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project Management Software) required

Responsibilities

• Oversees development, administration and monitoring of federally funded programs
• Directs, analyzes and supervises processes for large-scale programs
• Manages substantial budgets ensuring fiscal compliance
• Interprets and ensures compliance with laws and regulations
• Liaises with government officials and stakeholders; provides briefings/reports
• Monitors program activities to prepare for Federal audits

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Job Summary

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 will be 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.

Job Duties

• 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

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education:

• 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 within 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

License/Certifications:

• N/A

Software:

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

Language:

• N/A

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