Program Manager

Core One; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Core One is seeking a highly organized Program Manager to lead a technical training course series in Williamsburg, VA. You’ll own the program from planning sessions to final debrief, manage instructors, budgets, and stakeholder communications.

Responsibilities include scheduling sessions, building a strong team, tracking metrics, and ensuring compliance with contracting basics. A PMP and TS/SCI clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program management experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience managing budgets and finances.
• Solid understanding of basic contracting concepts.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with standard office applications.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and lead multiple training sessions throughout the year, from early prep through final debrief.
• Build and support a strong team of instructors, role players, and program staff so every session meets a high standard.
• Run day-to-day program operations, including logistics, materials, facilities, and communications with participants.
• Own the program budget by tracking spending, preparing forecasts, and producing financial reports that keep the program on scope and on target.
• Apply a working knowledge of contracting basics to stay compliant and keep the program aligned with Sponsor requirements.
• Track key metrics and program performance, and share clear, regular updates with leadership and stakeholders.
• Bring adult learning best practices to the program and continuously improve the participant experience and outcomes.
• Serve as the go-to point of contact for all program questions and coordination.

Skills

Program management

Budgets

Contracting basics

PMP certification

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field (adult learning / HRD / operations / business)

Job description

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

This position is contingent upon award.

Overview:

We’re looking for a highly organized, hands-on Program Manager to lead a technical training course that runs multiple sessions throughout the year. You’ll own the program from start to finish: planning each session, managing instructors and role players, coordinating schedules and logistics, and making sure every cohort gets a professional, consistent, and engaging adult learning experience. As the primary point of accountability for program performance, you’ll work closely with stakeholders, keep budgets on track, and keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes. This is a full-time, on-site role in Williamsburg, VA.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and lead multiple training sessions throughout the year, from early prep through final debrief.
• Build and support a strong team of instructors, role players, and program staff so every session meets a high standard.
• Run day-to-day program operations, including logistics, materials, facilities, and communications with participants.
• Own the program budget by tracking spending, preparing forecasts, and producing financial reports that keep the program on scope and on target.
• Apply a working knowledge of contracting basics to stay compliant and keep the program aligned with Sponsor requirements.
• Track key metrics and program performance, and share clear, regular updates with leadership and stakeholders.
• Bring adult learning best practices to the program and continuously improve the participant experience and outcomes.
• Serve as the go-to point of contact for all program questions and coordination.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of program management experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience managing budgets and finances.
• Solid understanding of basic contracting concepts.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with standard office applications.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as adult learning, human resource development, operations management, or business administration.
• Background in adult learning or managing training programs.
• Experience serving as a Technical Operations Officer.

Clearance Requirements

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly security clearance required.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

This range reflects Core One Solutions' current good-faith estimate for this labor category based on proposed contract pricing and comparable labor category rates. As this position is contingent upon contract award, final compensation will be confirmed based on the awarded contract's negotiated rates, applicable wage determinations, clearance requirements, and the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

Core One is anEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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