NIH Program Manager * On Site * Bethesda, MD

Stafford Consulting Company, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Program Manager to oversee a vital administrative support service program. This role involves assessing, planning, and implementing projects that enhance decision-making and reduce risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple functions in a dynamic environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior staff and contribute to impactful projects within a respected organization. If you're looking to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience required.
• Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of project development and implementation.
• Defines project scope and objectives, develops work plans and schedules.
• Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BA or BBA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online Calendars

Cloud Systems

ERPs

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title: Program Manager

The purpose of this requirement is to assess, plan, implement, and monitor an effective OCIO administrative support service program (comprised of property and facilities management, on/offboarding, procurement support, human resources support, logistics, and executive support) at NIH to provide objective business insights and enable faster decision making while reducing risk.

Reports To: TBD

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Full Time / 40 hours within the Eastern Time Zone

Travel Required: The onboarding individual will need to visit local government offices multiple times to complete the security clearance process. This includes completing fingerprints and picking up a PIV badge and government-issued equipment. Travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and provides a single point of contact for those projects.
2. Takes projects from original concept through final implementation.
3. Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users, computer services, and client services.
4. Defines project scope and objectives. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
5. Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
6. Tracks funding and burn rates for all projects being executed in support of this contract.
7. Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables prior to delivery.
8. Manages the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Education and experience: BA or BBA; 5+ years of project management experience.
2. Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
3. Must be detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated with high attention to detail.
4. Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work.
5. Familiarity with online calendars, cloud systems, and ERPs.
6. Absorb, organize, and communicate large quantities of information in a fast-paced environment in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
7. Keep informed of the mission, organizational structure, key personnel, current activities, status of current projects, and any issues affecting the organization.
8. Communicate with senior staff, customers, and other staff in a manner that is clear, concise, succinct, and professional.
9. Manage a variety of functions simultaneously and with flexibility to work under competing demands and deadlines.
10. Operate independently and work collaboratively in a team environment.
11. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Outlook and PowerPoint, Teams, and other communications platforms such as Zoom.
12. Security: Personnel must be eligible for Common Access Cards (CACs).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Certification: PMP or equivalent.
2. Experience working with National Institutes of Health, Health and Human Services, or similar.
3. Experience providing administrative support services in support of a Chief Information Office or similar IT services organization.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a proposal detailing their experience and qualifications as related to the scope of work. Salary Range: 85-120k

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology