Senior Program Manager

Jobtailor; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

One Federal Solution seeks an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead multiple federal contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR and delivering on schedule. You will manage budgets, staffing, risk, and performance while coordinating with government customers and contracting officers.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a track record of handling complex programs across diverse agencies. DC-area location and federal exposure are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business, management, engineering, IT, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive program management experience for U.S. Federal Government contracts
• Experience managing multiple federal contracts simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of FAR and government contracting processes
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments
• Outstanding communication, leadership, negotiation, and customer engagement skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools

Responsibilities

• Lead execution and management of multiple federal government contracts
• Serve as primary point of contact for government customers and contracting officers
• Ensure contractual compliance with FAR, agency regulations, and company policies
• Manage program budgets, schedules, staffing, risk, and overall performance
• Develop and implement program management strategies to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Monitor performance metrics and ensure deliverables are met on schedule
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks with corrective actions
• Lead cross-functional teams including project managers, technical staff, subcontractors
• Oversee subcontractor performance and contract compliance
• Support business development including proposals, transitions, and capture
• Prepare executive reports and briefings for leadership and stakeholders
• Foster client relationships and growth opportunities within contracts
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Customer engagement

Problem-solving

Analytical

Organizational

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Master's degree in a related discipline (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

One Federal Solution is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee multiple federal contracts supporting a diverse portfolio of government customers. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with extensive experience managing federal programs, ensuring contract compliance, driving operational performance, and building strong customer relationships.

This position requires exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with a thorough understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), government contract management, and program delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and overall management of multiple federal government contracts
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government customers and contracting officers
• Ensure contractual compliance with FAR, agency regulations, and company policies
• Manage program budgets, schedules, staffing, risk, and overall performance
• Develop and implement program management strategies that improve efficiency and mission outcomes
• Monitor contract performance metrics and ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while implementing corrective actions when necessary
• Lead cross-functional teams including project managers, technical staff, subcontractors, and corporate support personnel
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Support business development efforts, including proposal reviews, transition planning, and capture activities
• Prepare executive-level reports, briefings, and program status updates for internal leadership and government stakeholders
• Foster strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for growth within existing contracts
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive program management experience supporting U.S. Federal Government contracts
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple federal contracts simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes
• Experience managing contract performance, compliance, staffing, and financial oversight
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding communication, leadership, negotiation, and customer engagement skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Experience supporting multiple federal civilian agencies and/or Department of Defense customers
• Experience with contract transitions, capture support, and business developmentMaster's degree in a related discipline

About One Federal Solution

One Federal Solution (OFS) is an innovative Professional Services provider with over 20 years of experience supporting Defense and Civilian agencies. OFS specializes in Business Intelligence, Acquisition and Procurement, and other Professional Services. We are pioneers, builders, thought leaders, and pride ourselves in thinking outside the box to co-create with our customers, helping them achieve excellent enterprise-wide outcomes. As a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), OFS is committed to providing people who deliver high performance and excellence to our government partners.