Program Director

GovCIO; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training and Education Assistance

Referral Bonus Program

Flexible Work Environment

Pet Insurance

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Program Manager in San Diego, California, to lead a major integration effort supporting U.S. Navy communications. This hybrid position requires some on-site work for effective planning and reporting.

The successful candidate will direct all program phases, manage budgets, schedules, and coordinate with key stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience are necessary, along with a PMP certification. Competitive salary of $170,000 to $190,000 per year, plus various employee perks.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience or commensurate experience in project management.
• Experience interfacing with U.S. Navy leadership.
• Proven track record in managing diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of programs from inception to completion.
• Manage program cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Lead negotiations of contracts and contract changes.

Skills

Project Management

Navy communications understanding

Integration project management

Financial performance analysis

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMP Certification

Job description

San Diego, California
Secret
Hybrid schedule

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring a Program Manager to lead a large-scale integration effort supporting U.S. Navy communications. This position will be located in San Diego, CA, and will be a hybrid remote position requiring limited on-site support with the customer for task-related planning and reporting.

Responsibilities

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

• Manages one or more programs of size and complexity, may manage an operating/field office, and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines.
• Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
• Prepares manpower staffing plans, including skill and labor mix, to support contract operations. May be responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff.
• Monitors contract, subcontract, and funding; prepares forecasts of program financial performance.
• Acquires follow-on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate program/project managers.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 8-12 years (or commensurate experience)

• Clearance Required: SECRET
• Certification Required: PMP
• Experience supporting NIWC PAC and interfacing with Program Office-level senior leadership
• Experience managing large-scale integration projects with a diverse team of prime and sub labor
• Understanding of U.S. Navy communications and engineering project execution and standards
• Experience managing program level P&L; balancing finances; task scheduling; partner management; resource management; program performance analysis and reporting; and risk analysis and reporting
• Experience providing oversight to teams performing site surveys, system manufacturing, and integration efforts at multiple sites simultaneously
• Must be willing to travel (CONUS) up to 25% of the time
• Experience developing business relationships with the U.S. Navy, ideally in Navy Region Southwest, and providing operations-level business development support for growth and proposal efforts

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Understanding of U.S. Navy Submarine Very Low Frequency communications
• Established understanding of NIWC PAC and LANT relationships, standards, and processes
• STEM-focused bachelor's degree

Employee Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Salary

USD $170,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.