Senior Program Cost & Schedule Manager

Sierra Space; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Paid time off 3 weeks

Life insurance

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Manager of Program Cost Schedule and Controls to drive excellence in financial and schedule management for complex defense and space programs in the United States. You will lead cost control, develop budgets, deliver analyses, and mentor a high-performing team while collaborating with program managers, finance, and customers to ensure on-time, on-budget project success.

Preferred certifications and government contracting experience are valued; the role offers robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in government contracting requirements and cost control guidelines.
• Outstanding analytical abilities and creative problem-solving skills.
• Powerful communication style and inspirational leadership approach.
• Advanced command of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Champion the implementation of cutting-edge cost schedule control systems that revolutionize contract management.
• Transform complex data into powerful, actionable reports that showcase cost and schedule performance.
• Orchestrate the development of budgets and schedules that set the foundation for program success.
• Deliver financial analyses including funding profiles, revenue and cash forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Masterfully integrate contractual changes into control systems with precision and foresight.
• Proactively monitor contract performance to maintain optimal cost and schedule baselines.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing team of program cost and control professionals.
• Foster powerful relationships with program managers, finance teams, and customer representatives.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Admin, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking a Manager of Program Cost Schedule and Controls to drive excellence in financial and schedule management for complex defense and space programs in the United States. You will lead cost control, develop budgets, deliver analyses, and mentor a high-performing team while collaborating with program managers, finance, and customers to ensure on-time, on-budget project success.

Preferred certifications and government contracting experience are valued; the role offers robust