The Role
Lead technical execution of medium-to-large engineering programs: manage cost, schedule, budgets, O&M of hybrid communications infrastructure, oversee staff and subcontractors, ensure timely delivery of CDRLs, engage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and drive program financial performance.
Summary Generated by Built In
GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.
At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a Program Manager, a typical day will include the following duties:
The individual in this role will be responsible for managing the technical execution of medium-to-large Engineering efforts. The primary focus of this position is to manage and monitor the development, O&M of robust hybrid comms infrastructure which will include facility management, logistical, budget and schedule oversight. They will manage available resources to maintain business operations and peak performance. The successful candidate must be well organized, have a high-level of attention to detail, and be a self-starter and will manage a mission-drive, customer-focused, and collaborative team.
Program Leadership & Execution
- Serve as the primary decision authority and focal point for all program-related matters.
- Oversee program execution, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance throughout all phases, from transition to contract closure.
- Develop and implement comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensure timely delivery of all contract deliverables (CDRLs) and adherence to mission requirements, financial constraints, and stakeholder priorities.
- Monitor program progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies, while reporting status to senior leadership.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Serve as the direct interface with the customer, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues.
- Effectively communicate program status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders at all levels.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, employees, and teammates.
- Recommend innovative solutions and management strategies, particularly in customer-focused IT projects
Change Management
- Lead change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and addressing stakeholder concerns to minimize disruption.
- Manage critical programmatic linkages, including personnel assignments, financial constraints, and stakeholder equities.
Team Leadership & Development
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and innovation.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
- Resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions to complex issues.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology (IT), or equivalent technical discipline, or minimum of six years of work experience in IT development projects
- At least five years total experience as a program manager on projects of comparable complexity and providing specialized software development and engineering services in support of technical operations
PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages and is responsible for the successful completion of all tasks in assigned program area including technical work, financial and business development activities.
- Supervises assigned technical and administrative staff, including subordinate managers, and performs personnel actions including hiring and performance evaluation.
- Directs program activities to meet client and organization work objectives and serves as a liaison with clients to coordinate activities, negotiate tasks, and solve problems.
- Responsible for profitability and revenue growth of assigned program(s).
- Assures quality of program products, services, and deliverables, including participating in reviews, audits, and site visits.
- Performs business development activities, including the preparation and review of technical and cost proposals.
- Performs program financial management services, including financial analysis, budget and cost quote preparation, cost management, reconciliation, and profit enhancement.
- Coordinates and monitors sub-contractor activities and administers subcontractor deliverables and finances.
- Develops, reviews, and approves plans, schedules, consulting agreements and other program documents.
- Prepares and provides various reports and technical reviews to senior management as requested.
- Ensures compliance with relevant corporate and government policies and standards.
- Participates in special projects as required.
A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent technical discipline OR minimum six years of work experience in IT development projects.
- At least five years total experience as a program manager on projects of comparable complexity providing software development and engineering services.
- Active/current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Experience managing technical execution of medium-to-large engineering efforts, including development and O&M of hybrid communications infrastructure and facility management.
- Proven program financial and schedule management skills, including budget preparation, cost management, reconciliation, and profitability responsibility.
- Experience preparing and delivering contract deliverables (CDRLs), proposals, and participating in reviews, audits, and site visits.
- Experience supervising technical and administrative staff, including hiring and performance evaluation.
- Experience coordinating and monitoring subcontractor activities and administering subcontractor deliverables and finances.
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The Company
What We Do
GCI is an Engineering and IT Services company focusing on Data Analytics, Engineering, Cyber Operations, Targeting and Analysis, Operations Solutions and Training. We help our customers solve their greatest challenges by providing exceptional consulting and mission solutions.
