What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Program Manager position at The Building People?
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The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Deputy Program Manager supporting our Mission Support Services business unit, working closely with senior leaders in the federal government to drive organizational strategy and execute mission critical program management. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with at least 10 years of procurement or grants management experience with the federal government or federal partners. The candidate must also have more than 10 years project management, program management, and personnel management experience within the federal procurement or grants sectors, with specific experience with diversified portfolios above a total yearly spend of $500M.
Tasks will include but are not limited to:
- Coordinates the operation of departments to confirm that assigned programs are completed according to specifications, budgets, and timelines.
- Responsible the on-time delivery of all project deliverables and takes proactive steps to minimize delays in delivery.
- Regularly communicates with customers/clients to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.
- Responsible for all recruiting and hiring for the project as well as staff management
- Regularly communicates with staff and subcontractors to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.
- Ensures that customers and/or clients are regularly informed of the status of the program.
- Regularly communicates with management regarding the program's status and any problems or potential problems.
- Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternate plans.
- Participates in business development activities
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Identify strategic growth opportunities and lead the capture on identified opportunities.
- Demonstrate project management and financial acumen by understanding project profitability and job-costing.
- Contribute to proposal writing and business development efforts to expand the consulting practice.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships based on credibility, trust, and expertise.
Required Experience & Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Experience managing Department of Commerce contracts a plus
- Experience with Predictive Index a plus
Required Education
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- At least ten years of related experience required.
*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
- Medical & Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance/AD&D
- Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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