Program Manager

Pesolutions IT; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Professional training and development

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Premier Enterprise Solutions seeks a Program Manager in Linthicum Heights, MD to lead the DC3 contract, overseeing contractor and subcontractor personnel, ensuring performance per the PWS, and interfacing between Government and Contractor teams to drive program success.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance and extensive experience managing large federal programs, with authority to make program decisions and coordinate across multiple functions to meet mission goals.

Qualifications

• PMP certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Experience managing programs of similar size, scope, and complexity within the last ten years.
• Experience forecasting manpower requirements for complex projects in the last five years.
• Experience in financial management, performance monitoring, and contract oversight in federal/military environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary interface between Government and Contractor for contract-related matters.
• Provide overall management, leadership, and oversight of contractor and subcontractor personnel.
• Ensure contract requirements are executed per the PWS and governing regulations.
• Develop and implement program management processes and performance tracking.
• Facilitate communication between Government stakeholders and project teams for transparency.
• Monitor schedules, deliverables, staffing, risks, and performance for contract execution.
• Manage workforce planning, staffing forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Oversee contract financial performance, budget monitoring, and cost controls.
• Track program activities, milestones, and status using PM methodologies.
• Identify risks and communicate mitigation strategies to Government.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Risk management

Staffing planning

Contract oversight

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Program Manager

Position Overview

Premier Enterprise Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to support the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3. The Program Manager will provide overall management, direction, and oversight of all contractor and subcontractor personnel performing under the contract. This position serves as the primary interface between the Government and Contractor team, ensuring all requirements are executed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The selected candidate will be responsible for program execution, performance management, staffing oversight, financial monitoring, risk mitigation, and contract compliance. The Program Manager will leverage industry best practices and proven program management methodologies to track requirements, document activities, facilitate communication, and ensure continuous visibility into contract performance. This role requires the authority to make decisions on behalf of the contractor organization, proactively identify potential programmatic or resource issues, and provide effective solutions to ensure mission success.

Location

Linthicum Heights, MD

Security Clearance

TS/SCI

Employment Type

Full-Time

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Demonstrated success managing programs and projects of similar size, scope, and complexity within the last ten (10) years.
• Experience within the last five (5) years determining, forecasting, and managing manpower requirements for projects of comparable scope involving diverse technical skill sets and labor categories.
• Proven experience within the last five (5) years performing financial management, performance monitoring, and contract oversight activities. Experience supporting federal government, Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), or other complex mission-focused environments. Strong background managing cross-functional teams, subcontractors, schedules, deliverables, risks, and customer relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale federal services contracts. Experience supporting DoW or Intelligence Community organizations. Experience with earned value management (EVM), performance metrics, and program reporting. Strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, contract administration, and program governance processes. Master's degree in Program Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the Government and Contractor organization for all contract-related matters.
• Provide overall management, leadership, and oversight of contractor and subcontractor personnel performing under the contract.
• Ensure all contract requirements are executed in accordance with the PWS, applicable regulations, and Government directives.
• Develop, maintain, and implement program management processes, procedures, and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Facilitate effective communication between Government stakeholders and project teams to ensure transparency and mission alignment.
• Monitor program schedules, deliverables, staffing, risks, and performance to ensure successful contract execution.
• Manage workforce planning activities, including staffing forecasts, resource allocation, and identification of skill requirements.
• Oversee contract financial performance, including budget monitoring, funding utilization, cost controls, and resource planning.
• Track and document program activities, milestones, metrics, and status reports using industry-standard project management methodologies.
• Identify potential contractual, programmatic, staffing, or resource challenges and proactively communicate mitigation strategies to the Government.
• Ensure the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of contractor performance across all functional areas.
• Support Government financial and business processes while ensuring compliance with all applicable contractual requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor performance and ensure alignment with program objectives and customer expectations.
• Lead program reviews, status meetings, and performance assessments with Government stakeholders.
• Exercise the authority to commit contractor resources and make program decisions necessary to support mission requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Professional training and development opportunities
• And a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and immediate vesting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is Premier Enterprise Solutions' policy to promote equal employment opportunities. Premier is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform essential job functions. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity.