Senior Program Manager (15.46)

OCT Consulting, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement savings 401K with 3% match

Paid Time Off and standard governmentH

Life Insurance, Disability benefits

Training Benefits

Job summary

OCT Consulting LLC in Washington, DC, is seeking a Senior General or Operations Manager to lead federal program and project management efforts for our government client. You will define program specifications, drive schedules, analyze requirements and cost-benefit aspects, supervise junior consultants, and report to senior leadership, while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a BA/BS, PMP, 10+ years of relevant federal experience, and a Tier 2 background investigation;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active PMP certification required.
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience, with at least five in support of federal government agencies.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for access to agency IT systems; and ability to obtain CAC.
• On-site, primarily in Washington, DC with occasional remote work on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in defining program specifications.
• Meet project schedule and performance objectives.
• Implement operational mission requirements.
• Conduct requirements and cost-benefit analysis.
• Assist clients in achieving stated objectives.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Coordinate work across multiple projects to achieve objectives.
• Ensure timely problem resolution and total customer satisfaction.
• Report to Senior leadership as needed.
• Manage and oversee junior consultants.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

Responsibilities and Duties

OCT currently has an opening for a Senior General or Operations Manager to work with our federal client.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership in defining program specifications.
• Meet project schedule and performance objectives.
• Implement operational mission requirements.
• Conduct requirements and information analysis, as well as cost-benefit analysis.
• Assist clients in achieving all stated objectives.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Coordinate work efforts across multiple projects to achieve common program objectives.
• Ensure timely problem resolution and total customer satisfaction.
• Report to Senior leadership as needed.
• Manage and oversee junior consultants.

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for positions requiring access to agency IT systems unless an exception is granted).
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) is required.
• Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience is required. Relevant experience includes program/project management, talent acquisition, facilitation, program management toolset implementation, and organizational transformational efforts. Of the required years of experience, at least five (5) years must be in support of federal government agencies. Experience with the USCG or DHS is preferred.
• Certifications: An active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is strictly required.
• Clearance Requirements: Must be able to undergo and successfully complete a Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 qualifying Tier 2 background investigation for Common Access Card (CAC) issuance.
• Location/on-site requirements: Primarily on-site in Washington, DC, with off-site remote work authorized on a situational, case-by-case basis.

OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee’s gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000 yearly commensurate with experience, education, etc.

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies. At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone\'s contributions are valued and recognized.