Project/Program Manager (Kessel Run) - OC-1598

Clearance Level: Clearable
US Citizenship: Required
Job Classification: Regular Full-time
Location: Remote
Years of Experience: 8 - 12 Years of Experience Education Level: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree preferred. Experience may be considered in place of education requirement.

Summary:

Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of a major program, or multiple programs, through subordinate managers, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines. Acquires follow-on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate managers. Manages a directorate within a division. Has supervisory and developmental responsibilities within a functional area. The program director manages one or more projects or programs, may manage an operating office and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines. Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives. Acts as a technical liaison with vendors. Trains and supervises personnel. Assists in proposal process and coordinates with Pricing Department when required. Responsible for all phases of the program budget. Performs analysis for contract reviews with various software. Develops Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services. Prepare Staffing Plans, including skill and labor mix, to support contract operations. May be responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff. Assign staff and provide technical direction as necessary to complete task. Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance. Develop and deliver required contract, departmental, project and/or financial reports.

Program Planning and Strategy

• Project Oversight and Coordination
• Stakeholder Management
• Subcontractor Management
• Leadership and Team Management
• Budget and Resource Management
• Risk and Issue Management
• Continuous Improvement

Required Skills:

• Experience defining Kessel Run program objectives, scope, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals.
• Experience developing and maintaining Kessel Run program roadmaps, timelines, and budgets.
• Experience identifying risks and creating mitigation strategies to ensure program success.
• Experience managing and monitoring multiple interdependent projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Experience tracking progress, performance metrics, and program milestones.
• Experience serving as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including executives, clients, and team members.
• Experience communicating program updates, progress, and challenges to stakeholders regularly.
• Experience gathering and incorporating stakeholder feedback to optimizing program outcomes.
• Experience providing guidance and support to team members and leaders within the program.
• Experience fostering collaboration and communication across teams and departments.
• Experience ensuring alignment of program activities with organizational values and objectives.
• Experience developing and managing program budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Experience allocating and optimizing resources effectively to achieve program goals.
• Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact program success.
• Experience resolving issues and challenges quickly to minimize disruption.
• Experience conducting program reviews and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Experience incorporating lessons learned into future program planning and execution.

Desired Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, JIRA).
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and multiple priorities.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Desired Relevant Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• Program Management Professional (PgMP)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Certifications
• IT and Technology-Specific Certifications
• Certified Information Systems Project Manager (CISPM)
• ITIL Certification (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)
• Certified Management Consultant (CMC)
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
• Lean Six Sigma Certifications
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

Global InfoTek, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

About Global InfoTek, Inc. Reston, VA-based Global InfoTek Inc. is a woman owned small business with an award-winning track record of designing, developing, and deploying best-of-breed technologies that address the nation's pressing cyber and advanced technology needs. For more than two decades, GITI has merged pioneering technologies, operational effectiveness, and best business practices to rapidly provide low-cost, agile solutions to DoD, DHS, and IC customers. In addition to its Reston office, GITI has operations in San Antonio, TX, Colorado Springs, CO, and Rome, NY.