Senior Director, Government Contracts & Programs

Culmen International LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical/dental/vision coverage

401k with 4% match

Life and disability insurance

Professional training & continuing ed

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Culmen International LLC is seeking a senior executive leader to oversee the technical, operational, financial, and contractual performance on high-value, U.S. Government-funded engagements.

The role serves as Culmen’s principal institutional contact with the Department of State, accountable for meeting contract performance standards and coordinating with DOS officials, embassies, partners, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years managing large, complex U.S. Government-funded contracts.
• Experience managing portfolios with cumulative value ≥ $100 million.
• 7+ years in a senior executive leadership role (e.g., MD, Program Director).
• Experience engaging senior U.S. Government officials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SMS implementation, operation, and oversight.
• Ensure timely, compliant delivery of STTA, LTTA, embedded advisors, and advisory teams.
• Provide financial stewardship and oversight of subcontractors and resources.
• Establish enterprise risk management, internal controls, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, cost principles, and State Department policies.
• Review performance, financial data, staffing, and risks for government reporting.
• Coordinate with DOS leadership, embassies, hosts, and partners at the executive level.

Skills

Contract management

Executive leadership

Stakeholder engagement

FAR knowledge

Government contracts

Written and verbal English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/intl affairs

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Culmen International LLC is seeking a senior executive leader to oversee the technical, operational, financial, and contractual performance on high-value, U.S. Government-funded engagements.

The role serves as Culmen’s principal institutional contact with the Department of State, accountable for meeting contract performance standards and coordinating with DOS officials, embassies, partners, and stakeholders.