Senior Program Manager - Strategic Proposals & Programs

ARA; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Program Manager to serve as the procurement interface for multiple programs, directing both technical and administrative efforts.

You will work with a Technical Lead and Subcontract Manager to facilitate contract requirements, deliverables, and program status across existing and new work. The role emphasizes preparing proposals, risk management, and leadership briefings; strong communication and collaboration are essential, with experience in procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 8+ years of procurement/program management experience or equivalent.
• Experience with government contracts and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the procurement interface for multiple programs and monitor performance.
• Prepare and complete proposals for new programs and work.
• Develop plans to promote cost reduction and process improvements in procurement.

Skills

Program management

Procurement

Technical writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

MS Project

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Program Manager to serve as the procurement interface for multiple programs, directing both technical and administrative efforts.

You will work with a Technical Lead and Subcontract Manager to facilitate contract requirements, deliverables, and program status across existing and new work. The role emphasizes preparing proposals, risk management, and leadership briefings; strong communication and collaboration are essential, with experience in procurement