Program Manager

Solution One Industries; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Solution One Industries is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the ELMS program for USSOCOM at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. You will oversee contract performance, personnel management, customer engagement, and continuous improvement across a complex logistics operation.

The role requires a proven track record in program leadership within DoD environments, with strong communication and strategic oversight of a cleared logistics workforce. Tampa-based, full-time position with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience supporting DoD, another federal agency, or a similar organization in program management, financial management, information technology, materiel management, or logistics.
• Minimum five (5) years of program or project management experience.
• Experience managing personnel, budgets, schedules, and customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and management for all contract personnel and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary point of contact to USSOCOM leadership and CORs.
• Manage contract performance in accordance with contractual requirements and program objectives.
• Oversee staffing, onboarding, workforce development, retention, and succession planning.
• Direct program scheduling, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure compliance.
• Monitor program performance metrics and prepare reports and executive briefings.
• Lead ELMS-related program execution, property management, and inventory accountability.
• Coordinate contract transitions, system migrations, and change management.
• Ensure compliance with security requirements and DoD regulations.
• Foster strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for improvements.

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Information Systems, or a related business field

Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least fifteen (15) years of qualifying professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: USSOCOM - Tampa, FL 33608

Position Type: Full Time

Program Manager Contingent Upon Award

About the position

The Senior Program Manager serves as the overall Contract Leader for the Enterprise Logistics Management System (ELMS) program supporting United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Headquarters at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The Program Manager has full responsibility for contract performance, workforce management, customer engagement, quality assurance, program execution, and strategic oversight of a cleared logistics workforce.

This position serves as the primary interface between the Contractor and Government leadership, ensuring successful execution of logistics operations, inventory accountability, systems management, workforce transition activities, and continuous process improvement initiatives in support of USSOCOM mission requirements. This role requires a seasoned leader capable of managing a complex logistics support workforce while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction and mission success for USSOCOM Headquarters.

Key Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and management for all contract personnel and subcontractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to USSOCOM leadership and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs).
• Manage contract performance in accordance with all contractual requirements, performance standards, and program objectives.
• Oversee staffing, recruiting, onboarding, workforce development, retention, and succession planning activities.
• Direct program scheduling, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Monitor program performance metrics and prepare required reports, briefings, and executive-level communications.
• Lead program execution related to ELMS, logistics management systems, accountable property management, and inventory accountability.
• Coordinate and manage contract transitions, system migrations, and organizational change management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with security requirements, government policies, and applicable Department of Defense regulations.
• Foster strong customer relationships and proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Education

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Information Systems, or a related business field; OR
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least fifteen (15) years of qualifying professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of administrative management principles, office operations, and records management practices.
• Ability to supervise personnel, prioritize workloads, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop administrative processes that improve efficiency and mission performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and official correspondence.
• Ability to work independently and interact effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and customer service.

Experience

• Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience supporting the Department of Defense, another federal agency, or a comparable organization in one or more of the following areas:
  • Program Management
  • Financial Management
  • Information Technology
  • Materiel Management
  • Logistics Operations
• Minimum five (5) years of program or project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing personnel, budgets, schedules, quality assurance programs, risk management activities, subcontractors, and customer relationships.
• Experience overseeing large, geographically dispersed, or headquarters-level contract operations.

Certifications

Must possess one of the following:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification; OR
• DAWIA Level III Program Management Certification; OR
• Ten (10) years of Department of Defense program/project management experience supporting contract operations.

Additionally required:

• DAU Life Cycle Logistics Level I Certification (or equivalent current certification).

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates will be highly preferred if they possess demonstrated experience with:

• USSOCOM or Special Operations Forces (SOF) logistics programs.
• Headquarters-level Department of Defense logistics operations.
• Enterprise Logistics Management System (ELMS).
• Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS).
• Accountable Property Systems of Record (APSRs).
• Logistics information system implementation or conversion projects.
• Large-scale incumbent workforce transitions.
• Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract management.
• Management of cleared logistics and supply chain personnel.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Program and Contract Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Workforce Leadership and Development
• Risk Management
• Financial Oversight
• Logistics Operations Management
• Property Accountability
• Quality Assurance
• Change Management
• Communication and Executive Briefing Skills
• Decision-Making and Problem Solving

Security Requirements

• Active Secret Security Clearance

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing executive-level briefings, reports, and program documentation.

Job Type

Full-time, Exempt

Work Location

Tampa, FL

Travel

Minimal travel may be required

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program