Program Manager

PEMCCO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Additional company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

PEMCCO is seeking a Program Manager to lead government contracting programs, manage cross-functional teams, and drive customer success in dynamic government environments.

You will plan, execute, and manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring contractual alignment and risk controls across complex initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• 10+ years in program or project management.
• Knowledge of PM principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of contract administration and performance management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate, and manage projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and manage schedules, work plans, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor performance to meet cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Coordinate resources, subcontractors, and support functions.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues.
• Lead meetings, status reviews, customer briefings, and stakeholder engagements.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare and present project status reports and executive briefings.
• Support program growth initiatives and strategic planning efforts.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Budgets

Schedule management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Management / Engineering / IT

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Pay: $50.75 - $81.20 hourly, depending on experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Are you an experienced project leader who thrives on delivering results, managing complex programs, and building strong customer relationships?

PEMCCO is seeking a Program Manager to lead projects and program activities supporting government contracts and mission-focused initiatives. This role is ideal for a proven leader who enjoys managing cross-functional teams, overseeing project execution, driving performance, and ensuring customer success in dynamic government environments.

This opportunity is a strong fit for candidates with experience in program management, project management, government contracting, operations management, contract management, team leadership, or organizational planning.

About PEMCCO

PEMCCO supports complex technical and operational programs by providing skilled professionals who help customers achieve mission success. We offer opportunities to work on impactful projects, collaborate with experienced teams, and contribute to solutions that support critical government operations.

Job Overview

As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing projects from initiation through completion. You will oversee schedules, resources, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring projects remain aligned with customer expectations and contractual requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to lead high-visibility initiatives, influence strategic outcomes, and contribute directly to organizational and customer success.

What You'll Do

• Plan, organize, direct, and manage projects and program activities from initiation through completion
• Develop and manage project schedules, work plans, milestones, and deliverables
• Monitor project performance to ensure cost, schedule, and technical objectives are achieved
• Coordinate personnel, resources, subcontractors, and support functions to meet project requirements
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
• Lead project meetings, status reviews, customer briefings, and stakeholder engagements
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Prepare and present project status reports, performance metrics, and executive briefings
• Coordinate with customers, leadership, team members, and stakeholders to ensure project success
• Support budget planning, resource allocation, and workforce planning activities
• Implement process improvements that enhance project execution and operational efficiency
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained
• Support program growth initiatives, transition activities, and strategic planning efforts

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline
• Ten (10) years of experience in program management, project management, task management, contract support, or a related field
• Knowledge of program and project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Knowledge of contract administration and performance management concepts
• Knowledge of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing requirements
• Ability to identify and mitigate project risks and issues
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate stakeholder activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs
• Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, and staffing resources
• Experience supporting contract execution and performance management
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in a government contracting environment

Why Join PEMCCO?

• Lead projects that directly support critical government and customer missions
• Manage impactful programs with meaningful outcomes
• Work alongside experienced professionals across multiple disciplines
• Build strong customer relationships and influence project success
• Expand your expertise in program management, leadership, and government contracting
• Contribute to organizational growth, operational excellence, and mission readiness
• Build a rewarding career in a collaborative and mission-focused environment

Work Environment

• Professional office and project management environments
• Work may be performed at company facilities, customer locations, or designated project sites as needed
• Regular use of computers, project management software, and communication systems
• Frequent interaction with customers, leadership, subcontractors, and project teams
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Additional company-sponsored benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.