Program Manager

careers-bluehawk; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluehawk, LLC is seeking a Program Manager to serve as the senior on-site representative for a DoD/U.S. Government program in Tampa, FL.

You will lead contract performance, oversee staffing, budgeting, risk management, and compliance with the SOW and regulations, ensuring mission success. The ideal candidate holds an active TS/SCI clearance, a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), and 10+ years in intelligence or SOF operations with 7+ years of managerial experience, plus PMP/PgMP

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years managerial experience with DoD or government organizations; 3+ years in operational military/intelligence.
• 10+ years as an intelligence analyst or in SOF operations.
• PMP or PgMP certification.
• DAU/DAWIA Program Management preferred.
• Proven track record of managing contracts of similar size and complexity.
• Strong written and verbal communication with experience briefing senior Government leadership.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of contract performance including staffing, scheduling, QA, risk management, and budget oversight.
• Develop and implement processes that improve operational efficiency and mission success.
• Oversee workforce planning, onboarding, performance management, and retention.
• Identify operational risks, implement mitigation, and resolve performance issues.
• Prepare executive reports, briefings, and status updates for Government leadership.
• Maintain communication with Government representatives and manage personnel changes.
• Be available to COR and CO during business hours and for emergencies.
• Maintain 24-hour accessibility for emergency situations.
• Communicate any changes to key personnel per contract requirements.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Leadership

Contract management

Staffing & recruiting

Risk management

Executive briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

The Program Manager (PM) shall serve as the Contractor's senior on-site representative and shall be responsible for the overall management, administration, and execution of the contract. The PM shall provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure all contractual requirements are performed in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW), applicable Government regulations, and established performance standards. The PM shall serve as the primary interface between the Contractor and the Government, maintaining close coordination with the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Program Managers, and other designated stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• The PM shall direct all aspects of contract performance, including personnel management, staffing, scheduling, quality assurance, risk management, budget oversight, subcontractor management, and contract compliance.
• The PM shall develop and implement management processes that promote operational efficiency, continuous process improvement, and mission success while ensuring the timely completion of all contract deliverables.
• The PM shall oversee workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, employee development, performance management, and personnel retention to maintain a fully staffed, highly qualified workforce capable of meeting mission requirements.
• The PM shall proactively identify operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve performance issues to ensure uninterrupted mission support.
• The PM shall prepare and deliver executive-level reports, briefings, program reviews, performance metrics, and status updates to Government leadership.
• The PM shall maintain effective communication with Government representatives and ensure all contractual actions, staffing changes, and operational issues are communicated promptly.
• The PM shall be available to the COR and Contracting Officer during normal business hours and, when required, outside normal business hours to support mission requirements.
• The PM shall maintain current contact information and ensure 24-hour accessibility for emergency situations.
• Any changes to key personnel shall be communicated in accordance with contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of managerial experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) or equivalent U.S. Government organizations, including at least three (3) years supporting operational-level military or intelligence operations.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as an intelligence analyst, managing intelligence collection operations, Special Operations Forces (SOF) operations, or comparable intelligence mission management.
• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification.
• Defense Acquisition University (DAU)/DAWIA Program Management certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior Government leadership.

Desired USSOCOM/C-UxS Experience

• Prior experience supporting USSOCOM C-UxS, Counter-UAS, or emerging technology programs.
• Familiarity with SOF employment of Counter-Unmanned Systems capabilities in operational environments.
• Experience managing programs involving intelligence integration, operational planning, testing, training, and fielding of C-UxS capabilities.
• Knowledge of SOF mission planning processes, rapid capability development, and operational requirements supporting Counter-UAS initiatives.

Bluehawk, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity