Program Manager

Role overview

This is a full-time onsite Program Manager opportunity in the United States. The role is being shared on behalf of a partner employer, which will handle applications and all subsequent hiring steps.

You will lead important federal acquisition support work, guiding teams that deliver procurement services for mission-focused government programs in a defense healthcare setting. The position calls for strong federal procurement expertise, hands-on leadership, and the ability to improve operations in complex, compliance-driven environments.

In this role, you will work with government representatives, contractors, and internal stakeholders to provide direction across the full acquisition lifecycle. A major part of the job is strengthening team performance, improving efficiency, and helping ensure contractual goals are met successfully.

Key accountabilities

• Direct a team of contract specialists who support both pre-award and post-award acquisition work.
• Make sure acquisition records and processes align with federal rules, including FAR, DFARS, and relevant agency guidance.
• Serve as a go-to expert on federal procurement, contracting fundamentals, and the acquisition lifecycle.
• Evaluate analytical results and refine methods to improve how acquisition operations are run.
• Advise on staffing levels, assignment distribution, and workflow improvements.
• Lead hiring, interviewing, onboarding, and other staffing activities needed to satisfy contract obligations.
• Oversee training efforts, including recurring learning sessions and professional growth activities.
• Manage contractor performance reviews, development plans, and administrative personnel matters.
• Handle timekeeping, telework arrangements, alternative schedules, and other workforce administration tasks.
• Act as the main liaison between government clients and contractor staff.
• Run team meetings, operational check-ins, and recurring status updates with stakeholders.
• Prepare monthly performance summaries and operational metric reports.
• Track contractor performance and resolve issues related to staffing, workload, or day-to-day operations.
• Support change initiatives, technology rollouts, and ongoing process improvement efforts.
• Coach team members and encourage accountability, teamwork, and professional development.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, law, contracts, purchasing, quantitative methods, organizational management, information technology, or a similar field.
• At least 10 years of federal procurement experience, including GS-1102-equivalent responsibilities.
• At least 5 years supporting Department of Defense acquisition or contract administration work.
• Strong knowledge of the federal acquisition lifecycle, contracting concepts, and procurement regulations.
• Solid command of FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess complex issues, create practical solutions, and improve operating processes.
• Proven background in team leadership, resource planning, and workflow improvement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience overseeing contractor performance, training programs, and workforce development.
• Understanding of DoD Procurement Data Standards (PDS).
• Experience contributing to change management and system or technology implementation work.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with acquisition platforms such as ECWM Contract Writing System, PIEE applications, Integrative Acquisition Environment (IAE), and similar DoD systems.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior GS-1102 experience within the Department of Defense or Defense Health Agency environment.
• Background in implementing acquisition or contract writing systems.
• Experience supporting defense healthcare programs or major government initiatives.
• Eligibility for Public Trust clearance or an active clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employer-paid healthcare benefits for employees.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible paid time off, bereavement leave, and 11 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Training reimbursement and professional development support.
• The chance to contribute to high-impact government programs.
• A collaborative workplace that values innovation, operational excellence, and career growth.

Data privacy and hiring process

Applications are reviewed using an AI-assisted matching process designed to screen candidates quickly and consistently against the role’s main requirements. The best-matching applicants are then shared with the hiring company, which manages interviews, assessments, and final hiring decisions.

By applying, you agree that your information may be processed for candidate evaluation and shared with the employer as needed for recruitment purposes, in line with applicable data protection laws. The process may also use AI tools to assist with resume review, application analysis, and identification of possible inconsistencies, but final decisions are made by people.