Program Manager

Program Manager

Artemis / Aptive is seeking a full-time Program Manager with a strong background in training, curriculum development, data analysis and project management best practices to support and execute efforts for a federal client. The ideal candidate must be a problem-solver who works well both independently and as part of a team and is comfortable receiving and implementing feedback on project tasks. In addition to overseeing product development for the contract, this individual will facilitate meetings with clients and other stakeholders, track contract financials, deliver reports to our clients, manage contract schedules, and identify and mitigate contract risks.

The Program Manager role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience in management consulting, leading teams, engaging with senior-level stakeholders and business development pursuits. This position needs an individual that is committed to providing superior service, poised under pressure and has a positive and flexible attitude.

This is a contingent hire position.

This position is remote. However, travel for occasional in-person meetings will be required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide senior, high-level, program management of a large-scale contract for the federal government.
• Advise and assist customers regarding the technical scope of the contract.
• Provide all reporting information required under the contract to federal clients, ensuring all reports are accurate, timely and thorough.
• Identify and resolve issues related to quality, performance, schedule, staffing and financials.
• Serve as the lead project manager for the contract, tracking scope, schedule, budget and risks for all tasks and deliverables.
• Schedule and facilitate a contract kick-off meeting and other required meetings with government clients.
• Provide regular reporting to government clients to demonstrate the status of the project, key tasks and activities.
• Provide direct expert advice and support the development of project management best practices, processes, standards, and procedures.
• Serve as a primary client point of contact, responding to requests for support and providing guidance on the contract, scope, quality, timelines and budget.
• Develop and maintain critical project management documents such as project management plans, Work Breakdown Structures, Integrated Master Schedules, reports and more, as required.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality deliverables.
• Evaluate analytical results and develop new and adapted analytical techniques.
• Provide performance analysis and process improvement using industry best practice methodologies and tools.
• Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

About Aptive

Aptive is a management consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. With more than 500 employees across the U.S., we primarily support the federal government more than a dozen agencies like Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Library of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and the National Science Foundation. Our work focuses on applying creativity, technology and human-centered services to improve performance, bridge divides and elevate the lives of millions of people who count on government services every day.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.