Program Manager

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Program Manager in McLean, VA to serve as the overall lead for contractor work on a multi-project contract. You will plan, budget, staff, ensure quality, and oversee performance while coordinating with government stakeholders.

Requires Active SECRET clearance, a Master’s degree in Business or Engineering, and PMP plus DAWIA PM Advanced certifications, with at least five years of relevant experience managing complex federal programs.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET clearance and maintained.
• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years managing multi-project/multi-task contracts.
• PMP certification and DAWIA PM Advanced certification.
• Ability to lead strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead and single point of accountability for contractor work on the contract.
• Manage multi-project/multi-task technical and advisory services; plan, budget, staff, and oversee quality.
• Act as primary government interface and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Staffing

Quality control

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in Business or Engineering

DAWIA Program Management Advanced certification

Tools

PMP certification

DAWIA Advanced PM

Job description

## Program ManagerApply: US - VA, McLean: Full time: Posted Today: 44097**Job Family:**Management Consulting**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Active Secret**What You Will Do:** The Program Manager serves as the overall lead and single point of accountability for all contractor work under this contract. This role manages and conducts multi-project/multi-task technical and advisory & assistance services assignments, including planning, budgeting, staffing, quality control, and performance oversight. The Program Manager leads strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing efforts; monitors progress; resolves performance issues; and ensures compliance with all administrative and contractual requirements. The individual acts as the primary point of contact for Government stakeholders and is designated as Key Personnel. **What You Will Need:** * An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED \"SECRET\" Federal or DoD* Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a closely related field.* Minimum of FIVE (5) years of experience managing multi-project/multi-task technical or advisory & assistance services contracts.* Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.* DAWIA (or equivalent) Program Management Advanced–level certification.* Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing; establish and enforce quality work standards; monitor progress; and resolve issues impacting timely and successful delivery.**What Would Be Nice To Have:** * Experience supporting senior acquisition organizations (e.g., Service Acquisition Executive, Headquarters-level acquisition offices) and familiarity with defense acquisition processes and governance.* Experience implementing and overseeing project management plans, quality control plans, and program management reviews on large federal contracts.* Background managing efforts that include IT modernization, enterprise architecture, industrial base analytics, AI integration, and acquisition integration across multiple program offices and portfolios.* Experience leading transition-in and transition-out activities, including knowledge transfer, continuity of operations planning, and coordination with incoming or outgoing contractors.* Knowledge of organizational conflict of interest (OCI) risk, and experience developing or executing mitigation strategies in acquisition environments.* Ability to function effectively in a high-pressure environment as part of a team responsible for critical mission execution, while maintaining professional demeanor and appearance.* Demonstrated experience maintaining a stable workforce, managing vacancies within defined timelines, screening prospective employees for fit, and ensuring continuity of performance during transitions.* Proven experience serving as the primary interface with Government CO/COR and senior stakeholders, including availability during normal duty hours and responsive communication.**What We Offer:**Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Basic Life & Supplemental Life* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Student Loan PayDown* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities* Skills Development & Certifications* Employee Referral Program* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program* Mobility Stipend