We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Program Operations Manager to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring seamless operations within our defense contracting company. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating master planning, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) oversight and consulting, program management support, business operations, and setting up templates and processes for division-level financial reporting and program execution. This position requires a strong background in program management, defense contracting, and operational leadership.
On any given day, the selected candidate may be required to:
- Supervise and manage the master planner, ensuring alignment with program schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
- Provide mentorship and performance evaluations for team members under your supervision.
- Oversee EVMS implementation and compliance across programs to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting.
- Serve as a consultant on EVMS best practices and train staff to utilize EVMS effectively.
- Analyze program performance data and recommend adjustments to ensure cost and schedule objectives are met.
- Collaborate with program managers to develop and execute program plans, budgets, and risk assessments.
- Monitor program execution, identifying and addressing potential risks or issues.
- Ensure all projects comply with contract requirements, government regulations, and organizational goals.
- Coordinate with finance, contracts, and procurement teams to support efficient business operations.
- Develop and implement process improvements to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
- Develop and implement templates and standardized processes for financial reporting at the division level.
- Provide guidance and oversight to teams to ensure consistent use of reporting tools and templates across programs.
You Are Required To Have This:- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, project management, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in defense contracting, program management, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of EVMS principles and practices, including government compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to supervise and lead teams in a high-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Active Top Secret security clearance.
Desired Qualifications:- Certification in Program Management (PMP, PgMP) or EVMS (EIA-748 compliance training).
- Experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal agencies.
- Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and related tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
Key Competencies:- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Salary Range: $190k - $230kThe BlueHalo pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
