Senior Program Manager

Global in service but local in approach, Nisga'a Tek is committed to high-quality service to those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. Providing intelligence, IT, cyber security, training, logistics, administrative, acquisition, and background investigation services.

Summary:

The Senior Program Manager is responsible for the overall management of programs within their portfolio to include management of Project Managers and Project Coordinators that are supporting contracts in their portfolio. This position works closely with the Director of Client Service's and the Nisga'a business development team to develop and build organic growth strategies within their business portfolio.

The Senior Program Manager will organize and coordinate programs. The role will provide strategic guidance to teams and project managers in ways that promote the company's culture. The Sr. Program Manager will oversee the progress of operations, within their portfolio, to ensure that all programs deliver the desirable outcome of the organization.

Essential Job Functions:

• Portfolio & Program Management
  • Formulate, organize, and monitor inter-connected projects to support enterprise-wide, complex, and strategic programs with significant impact to the Nisga'a business model, technology, and client contracts.
  • Decide on suitable strategies and objectives of these projects.
  • Lead and evaluate project managers and other staff.
  • Develop and control deadlines, budgets, and activities.
  • Apply change, risk, and resource management.
  • Assume responsibility for the programs, people, and vendors.
  • Prepare reports for Nisga'a Management as required.
  • Work with Nisga'a management to develop program scope, identify program resources as well as resource roles and responsibilities in support of strategic goals.
  • Support, apply and improve best practices and procedures.
  • Prepare, monitor, and manage budgets for respective projects and programs to account for financial implications.
  • Provide direction on major issues, risks, and decisions; engaging senior management as required.
  • Work together with the project team in order to ensure planned and revised project goals and current tasking status is tracked and maintained.
  • Supervise, monitor and control the accomplishment of specified goals and objectives.
  • Employ program management best practices to ensure customer expectations are met.
  • Manage daily program operations and identify resources risks and issues to resolution.
  • May be required to perform duties as a Project Manager supporting client contracts.
• Strategic Management
  • Develop positive relationships across business units to provide support and facilitation of tracking and reporting on programs.
  • Participate in strategic decision making with regard to winning new business, establishing new programs, and managing assignments.
  • Lead aspects of organizational change.
  • Own relationships with business stakeholders.
    
    
• Leadership & Teamwork
  
  • Challenge others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
  • Manage the process of innovative change effectively.
  • Facilitate effective team interaction.
• Client Management
  
  • Manage client interaction and expectations regarding contract and program specifics.
  • Develop lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties.
  • Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative technical solutions as appropriate.
  • Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent leader with experience in managing staff of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively
• Proficient in project management software and tools
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Passionate about customer experience and helping customers
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Organized and extremely detail-oriented

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in managing complex projects.
• Experience with government contracting within the US DOD and intelligence communities.
• Experience managing subcontractors and working with mission-oriented teams.
• Extensive experience in DOD acquisitions.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or MS in related field
• At least ten (10) years of experience managing complex federal government contracts.
• Project Management Institute - Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance (with SCI Eligibility).

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Our annual incentive compensation plan is designed to reward your contributions to Goldbelt's success. It's a profit-sharing initiative tied to our strategic objectives, demonstrating that your efforts directly impact our achievements. As an employee, you'll also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.