Program Manager II: Government Programs & Delivery Lead

Drgok; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Drgok is seeking a Program Manager II to lead DRG programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective execution of plans and schedules. The role requires managing requirements, risks, quality, and concurrency while maintaining senior leadership informed of issues.

The PM II will lead cross-functional teams, interface with government customers and suppliers, and drive performance within budget and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3-7+ years of management level experience; military training support a plus.
• PMBOK-based project management principles; PMP/PgMP/DAU or similar certification preferred.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements and labor relations a plus.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Federal Procurement Process a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all contract requirements including management, operations, maintenance, support, and engineering change proposal modifications.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and communicate with US Government customer representatives.
• Interface with prime contractor program authorities and subcontractors for technical, operational, and procurement issues.
• Monitor project performance and ensure delivery within schedule and budget.
• Assist in bid and proposal processes and program support as directed.
• Coordinate personnel support and ensure contract requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Contract management

PMBOK knowledge

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Secret clearance preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Program Manager II (PM) will be responsible for the overall management and leadership of DRG programs ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. The PM II is charged with responsibility for all aspects of the program to include requirements, risk, quality, concurrency, configuration, system safety management, as well as the execution of proposed plans and schedules. The PM II has the authority to perform day-to-day operations while ensuring appropriate senior management/leadership stays abreast of issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Responsible for ensuring all contract requirements are met including management, operations, maintenance and support, and/or engineering change proposal modifications and upgrades.
• Leads a team comprised of corporate functionals, various program SMEs, and technical experts, and communicates with US Government customer representatives
• Serves as the primary interface focal with prime contractor program authorities and subcontract suppliers for technical, operational, system sustainment, procurement, personnel, and administrative issues.
• Monitors project performance and collaborates with project manager(s) and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery within schedule and budget.
• Serves as the principle point of interface between DRG Corporate leadership, program personnel, subcontract suppliers, and the primary customer level.
• Assists in the bid and proposal process as well as other program assistance as directed.
• Manages contracts related to aircrew training, aircraft maintenance, or logistics and has the ability to implement rigorous processes and procedures.
• Incorporates processes and procedures to align with contract requirements and quality systems
• Coordinates with corporate function areas for personnel support and meeting contractual requirements.
• Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Identify areas for process optimization and make recommendations for best practices.
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3-7 or more years of management level experience, 3-7 or more years of military training support experience is preferred, management may waive the management and/or military experience requirements.
• Understanding of project management principles based on Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). PMP, PgMP, Defense Acquisition University (DAU), or similar program management certification preferred.
• Collective bargaining agreement and labor relations experience a plus.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Familiar with the Federal Procurement Process a plus.
• Must be able to secure a Secret Clearance