Program Manager at Hoplite Group Tampa, FL

Hoplite Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Veteran-Owned Small Business is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a Department of Defense initiative. The ideal candidate will manage a team, oversee program activities, and ensure compliance with federal standards. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with experience in DoD project management. This role offers remote work, ideally located in the Greater Tampa Bay Area, with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with the Department of Defense in project management roles.
• 3+ years of program management experience across all program lifecycle phases.
• Proven experience delivering federal services, managing contracts in DoD environments.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and manage a team of Subject Matter Experts supporting U.S. government efforts.
• Oversee the full program lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Act as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders.
• Deliver weekly and monthly reports to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Program Manager job at Hoplite Group. Tampa, FL. Opportunity: Program Manager

Bottom Line Up Front: The Hoplite Group, a Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in defense-oriented solutions, is currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to support an ongoing Department of Defense (DoD) initiative. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record managing programs within the federal contracting space, especially in DoD environments. This role requires a leader with excellent organization and communication skills, as well as experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and time zones. Location: Remote (ideal home base is Greater Tampa Bay Area) Level of Effort: Full-Time Availability: Immediate Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Serve as the principal Program Manager, responsible for organizing, directing, and managing a dispersed team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) supporting U.S. government and partner nation capacity building efforts.
• Oversee the full program lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, delivery, and closure of monthly activities, reporting, and ad hoc deliverables.
• Provide strategic direction and ensure all program deliverables meet technical and contractual requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders, subcontracting offices, and partner companies.
• Collaborate with Hoplite Group’s Finance Team to support cost estimation, monitor spending, review invoices, and manage vendor portal requirements.
• Track project progress using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project; provide consistent and transparent status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the Recruiting Team in identifying, vetting, and submitting qualified candidates to meet emerging customer requirements.
• Deliver concise weekly and monthly reports and briefings to senior Hoplite Group stakeholders and government clients.
• Ensure quality, risk mitigation, and compliance with DoD and federal program standards.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• 5+ years of experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) in a leadership or project/program management role. Ideally, has some experience with U.S. DoD Security Cooperation initiatives.
• 3+ years of program management experience, including oversight of teams across all program lifecycle phases.
• Proven experience delivering federal services and managing contracts within complex DoD environments.
• Experience with federal contracting processes, including FAR compliance, contract execution, and reporting – highly preferred.
• Familiarity with ITAR and FMS processes – preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, track financial and hourly data, and deliver high-quality reports.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite and program management tools such as MS Project Professional/Server.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• PMP or equivalent certification – preferred but not required.