Program Manager

Acquisition Professionals LLC; Alexandria, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquisition Professionals LLC seeks an experienced Program/Project Manager to oversee people, projects, and performance, ensuring commitments are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client objectives. You will lead cross-functional teams, support staff development, and manage staffing, onboarding, retention, and offboarding to maintain continuity.

The role balances operational execution with leadership, accountability, and customer satisfaction, planning contracts, managing

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Ten years of project/program management experience.
• Ten years of experience managing Government contracts with professional and administrative support services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee people, projects, and performance to meet client commitments.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams and support staff development.
• Manage staffing levels, onboarding, retention, and offboarding to ensure continuity.
• Plan and execute contracts by defining requirements, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation.
• Serve as primary client contact and align work with corporate objectives.
• Ensure timely delivery of deliverables and adherence to contract terms.
• Manage travel and visa arrangements as needed for contractor staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification

Job description

Corporate Profile:

Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is a trusted strategic partner and solutions-based company that combines years of deep knowledge-based expertise, agile program management, and customized learning solutions, AP provides cradle-to-grave acquisition services and acquisition training; administrative support services; Information Technology Support Services and program and financial management. We leverage technology, tools, and industry best practices through our experienced personnel to create cross-functional results and navigate the complex and high-risk areas for our clients' projects and programs.

Job Summary:

Responsible for overseeing people, projects, and performance to ensure client commitments are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with corporate and client objectives. Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, support employee performance and development, manage staffing levels, and address issues related to onboarding, retention, and offboarding to maintain continuity. Plan and execute contracts by defining requirements, managing schedules and budgets, mitigating risks, tracking performance metrics, and serving as the primary point of contact for clients. The role balances operational execution with leadership, accountability, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• The PM will supervise all employees and subcontractors, ensure deliverables are completed, resolve contract issues, and attend necessary meetings.
• The PM will ensure personnel understand their duties and comply with all policies and terms under the contract.
• Maintain staffing levels of 95% or higher at all times. Respond to CO communications within 8 business hours. Accurately report staffing levels in weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Achieve required security clearances 95% of the time.
• Successfully onboard personnel including submitting VARs, badging process, security briefing, and first day logistics with the CO, COR, and other government personnel as necessary.
• Successful offboarding including submitting VAR cancellations, collecting (and returning) of government furnished equipment and badges.
• Submit deliverables on time 100% of the time.
• Handle contractor and subcontractor personnel issues quickly and effectively.
• Coordinate any travel requests within one (01) day.
• Ensure appropriate work visas for contractor and subcontractor employees.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• PMP Certification

Required Qualities:

• US Citizenship
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Ten years of project/program management experience
• Ten years of experience managing Government contracts with professional and administrative support services

Corporate Summary:

Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is an Economically Disadvantaged, Woman-Owned, HUBZone small business. Acquisition Professionals LLC was founded in 2014 by President/CEO Luwanna K. Clark. We are located at Quantico Corporate Center in Stafford, Virginia. We offer a competitive salary and compensation benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, matching 401k, tax free transit subsidy, paid federal government holidays and paid time off. AP is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer and are committed to creating an all-inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.