Program Manager

Program Manager

The Program Manager (PM) serves as the primary point of contact and overall lead for the client's contract, responsible for contract execution, personnel management, performance oversight, and customer satisfaction. This position ensures all contract deliverables, staffing, quality assurance, and reporting requirements are fulfilled in accordance with the client's standards. The Program Manager oversees all task areas, including technical operations, maintenance, logistics, safety, and program administration, ensuring that all work aligns with the SOW's performance objectives and mission requirements. The PM manages program budgets, schedules, and risk, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and all personnel operate safely and effectively. The role requires close coordination with the client's point of contact (POC), contracting officers, and on-site supervisors to ensure responsive support for mission requirements, accurate data reporting, and compliance with all contractual commitments. The Program Manager is ultimately accountable for contract performance, quality assurance, and the overall readiness of the client's vessel and its supporting assets. This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and leadership for contract execution, ensuring full compliance with SOW requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the client's point of contact and program stakeholders.
• Oversee all functional areas including operations, maintenance, logistics, administration, and safety to ensure mission success.
• Work with Cayuse HR and Recruiting to manage staffing, recruitment, and performance of all personnel, ensuring qualified and certified staff in accordance with the SOW.
• Establish and enforce quality assurance and configuration management procedures per contract data deliverables.
• Develop and monitor program schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with performance metrics and key milestones.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities with engineering and operations leads, ensuring vessel and system readiness.
• Ensure timely submission of all required deliverables including the Preventive Maintenance Plan (PMP), Maintenance Summary Log (MSL), and readiness reports
• Identify and mitigate performance, schedule, or cost risks through proactive communication and issue resolution.
• Lead regular program reviews, reporting progress, performance metrics, and risk management updates to government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and security protocols including OSHA, OPNAVINST 5100.19F, and PMRFINST 5100.2J.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all contract operations.
• Support audits, inspections, and data calls from the client and other oversight entities.
• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, and quality standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to on-site supervisors and technical teams to ensure consistent performance and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Skills

Desired Qualifications

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range USD $100,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 / Yr.