Senior Program Management Specialist

Solveretechnical; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off & holidays

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Solvere is seeking a Senior Program Management Specialist to oversee planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting for federal programs. The role ensures alignment with agency mission objectives, contract requirements, and regulatory frameworks such as FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific policies.

This position serves as a senior advisor to leadership, manages cross-functional teams, and ensures high-quality deliverables across the program lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years managing federal programs.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency rules.
• Experience briefing senior government officials and producing high-quality documentation.
• Proficiency in data analysis, performance metrics, and decision-support tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of federal programs, ensuring contract scope, schedule, and budget compliance.
• Serve as liaison with government CORs, COs, PMs, and internal leadership.
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks; maintain risk registers and corrective actions.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; track KPIs and contract deliverables.
• Ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS, agency supplements, and contract clauses.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, burn-rate analysis, and cost control.
• Implement best practices, SOPs, and QA measures.
• Mentor junior staff, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support workforce development.
• Lead program transitions, onboarding, and organizational change initiatives.
• Support long-range planning, proposals, and growth strategies.

Skills

Federal program management

Risk management

Data analysis

Performance metrics

Documentation/Reporting

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

PMP Certification

DAU Training (ACQ 101, PMT courses)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

SOLVERE is seeking a Senior Program Management Specialist to oversee planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting for federal programs. The role ensures alignment with agency mission objectives, contract requirements, and regulatory frameworks such as FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific policies. This position serves as a senior advisor to leadership, manages cross-functional teams, and ensures high-quality deliverables across the program lifecycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead day-to-day management of federal programs, ensuring compliance with contract scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as primary liaison with government CORs, COs, PMs, and internal leadership.
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks; maintain risk registers and corrective action plans.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; track KPIs and contract deliverables.
• Ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS, agency supplements, and contract clauses.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, burn-rate analysis, and cost control.
• Implement best practices, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance measures.
• Mentor junior staff, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support workforce development.
• Lead program transitions, onboarding, and organizational change initiatives.
• Support long-range planning, proposal development, and program growth strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7–10+ years managing federal programs or large-scale government initiatives.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific acquisition rules.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-year programs.
• Ability to brief senior government officials and produce high-quality documentation.
• Proficiency in data analysis, performance metrics, and decision-support tools.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Project.

CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING PREFERRED:

• PMP Certification (Project Management Professional).
• DAU Training (e.g., ACQ 101, PMT courses).

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

• Ability to pass NACI Background Check.

PHYSICAL / TRAVEL, WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. (documents, laptops, equipment).
• Ability to travel to government sites or contractor facilities as required.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

BENEFITS

Solvere offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Solvere benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Solvere also includes basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee. Employees may elect to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.

Solvere Technical Group is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.