Part-Time Program Manager

About Us:

Be part of a team that delivers technical excellence with integrity. Cortina Solutions is a government contractor providing high-quality professional and technical services in support of critical national missions.

Beyond our project work, Cortina is committed to strengthening the communities where we live and operate. For approximately every three employees hired to support government programs, we also provide training and professional development opportunities to individuals from under-resourced communities to help them enter the professional workforce.

We are equally committed to supporting our employees through a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and opportunities for growth. Join a company that believes success includes making a lasting impact both inside and outside the workplace.

Job Description:

Cortina Solutions is seeking a part-time Project Manager to oversee contractor personnel and activities supporting the United States Coast Guard in Mobile, Alabama. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact between Cortina and the Government Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), ensuring effective coordination, compliance, and execution of contract requirements.

This position will play a critical role in managing performance, supporting reporting requirements, and maintaining alignment with Government policies and expectations.

Responsibilities include:

• • Serve as the primary interface between Cortina and the Contracting Officer and COR for all matters related to contract performance
  • Provide oversight and coordination of contractor personnel supporting the effort
  • Ensure contract requirements are executed in accordance with Government policies, procedures, and expectations
  • Collect weekly activity updates from assigned personnel to support invoice validation and contract reporting requirements
  • Support verification of employee timesheets and coordination with Government representatives for required approvals
  • Respond to Government requests for discussion or resolution of technical or administrative issues within required timeframes
  • Ensure contractor personnel comply with applicable safety, security, and facility regulations while working at Government locations
  • Promote professional standards of conduct and appearance among assigned personnel
  • Ensure contractor staff understand and follow Department of Homeland Security rules, policies, and procedures
  • Coordinate with designated alternate Project Manager, as required, to maintain continuity of contract oversight during absences

Job Requirements: ​

• • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 5 years of project management or contract support experience supporting Government programs
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating personnel and supporting contract execution in a federal environment
  • Ability to serve as the primary point of contact for Government stakeholders
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-resolution skills
  • Ability to respond to Government inquiries within established response timelines
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Ability to obtain and maintain any required site access credentials
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance
  • U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience supporting Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Coast Guard programs
  • Familiarity with contractor timekeeping validation and invoice support processes
  • Experience managing geographically distributed or multi-functional support staff

Primary location: Mobile, AL

Benefits: 

Cortina Solutions is committed to offering comprehensive and affordable benefits to employees and their families. 

• • BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance 
  • VSP Vision 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) Compatible Health Plan
  • Flexible spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement 
  • Company-paid Life Insurance 
  • Company-paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance 
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance 
  • Matching 401(k) Plan 
  • Flexible PTO 
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Federal Holidays 
  • Company Match on Employee Non-Profit Donations 
  • Professional Development 

Background Check Requirement: As our team members work on government sites, all potential candidates are subject to a background screening that fully complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

This position is contingent on contract award.