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Program Manager

The Building People
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
The Program Manager oversees all aspects of Army Reserve facility operations and maintenance support under this contract. This role is responsible for directing and managing multi-functional activities, coordinating plans across multiple sites, and ensuring that all contract requirements are met with a high level of performance and professionalism. The Program Manager provides leadership to project teams, manages budgets and schedules, and drives solutions to operational challenges.

Required Experience & Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing facility operations and maintenance programs, preferably within the Army Reserve or Department of Defense environment
  • Background in facility management, contract management, building systems, and maintenance trades
  • Minimum of 2 years of documented experience in financial management
  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make timely decisions in complex environments
  • Strong skills in planning, organizing, and coordinating activities across multiple sites
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze operational problems and implement practical, cost-effective solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, leading meetings, and engaging with stakeholders

Preferred Experience & Skills

  • 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in facility operations and maintenance, with prior leadership of geographically dispersed teams
  • Familiarity with Army systems such as the Customer Support System (CSS), Installation Status Report (ISR), or Environmental Performance Assessment System (EPAS)
  • Experience supporting military construction or sustainment, restoration, and modernization (SRM) projects
  • Demonstrated success building strong relationships with Government customers and managing stakeholder expectations

Required Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent with substantial related management experience

Preferred Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field
  • Master’s degree or professional certifications such as PMP or CFM considered a plus
  • 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.

For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.

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