Program Manager
TalentRemedy · Fort Belvoir, United States ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Project management
A Program Manager overseeing a portfolio of federal government contracts at TalentRemedy (hybrid, Edgewood, MD) — coordinating delivery, compliance, budgets, staffing, and client relations, while also supporting recruiting and business development. Requires an active DoD Secret clearance, 5+ years of team leadership, and FAR knowledge; PMP is preferred.
Our client is seeking a Program Manager to help drive excellence across our portfolio of federal contracts, ensuring high-quality performance, compliance, and successful customer outcomes.
The Program Manager will play a key role supporting multiple programs and working closely with teams across the organization. If you're looking for a position that combines leadership, operations, recruiting, business strategy, and client support, this is the opportunity for you. Team members wear many hats and thrive in a dynamic environment where flexibility and initiative are valued.
We're looking for someone who is resourceful, adaptable, and eager to learn. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver with a positive, can-do attitude who enjoys taking ownership, building relationships, and jumping in wherever needed to help the team succeed. If you're excited by variety, motivated by growth, and ready to make a meaningful impact within a rapidly expanding company, we'd love to hear from you.
This position is available for a Hybrid work schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute work across multiple federal contracts, ensuring successful delivery of services, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance.
- Serve as the primary liaison between company leadership, customers, subcontractors, and contract personnel.
- Direct, mentor, and support project team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor contract performance, deliverables, schedules, staffing levels, and budgets to ensure program objectives are achieved.
- Identify contract risks, performance issues, and operational challenges; develop and implement corrective actions and mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, government regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
- Support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and supervision of contract personnel.
- Lead regular program reviews and provide status updates.
- Participate in all phases of the business development lifecycle, including capture planning, proposal development, staffing strategy, and transition activities.
- Establish, implement, and enforce program processes, work standards, and best practices.
- Manage contractual, financial, administrative, and operational aspects of assigned programs.
- Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Operations, and Business Development teams to support company-wide initiatives and strategic objectives.
- Assist with corporate compliance efforts, including maintenance of quality certifications and process improvement initiatives such as ISO and CMMI.
- Support contract startups, transitions, and closeout activities as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of company growth and operational excellence.
Experience and Expertise Required:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Current DoD Secret clearance required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading or managing teams in a professional environment.
- Program or project management experience managing federal government contracts.
- PMP certification is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and government contracting practices.
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, staffing, and contract performance metrics.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with government customers and executive leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience supporting proposal development, recruiting, staffing, or business development efforts is a plus.
Benefits
The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability, life insurance, and AD&D; a 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting; Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; education assistance; paid time off and holidays; flexible work schedules; and a 9/8/80 alternate workweek option.