What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Program Manager position at The Copper River Family of Companies?
Coho Consulting Group is seeking a superior Senior Program Manager to provide comprehensive contract and on-site project management support, ensuring effective execution of program objectives and maintaining alignment with government priorities for Office of the Secretary of Defense, Space Portfolio Division (SPD) in Arlington, VA. The SPD plays a critical role in supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) by delivering strategic and operational expertise to achieve mission objectives established by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD). SPD provides specialized support in the acquisition and management of diverse space and real property assets.Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):Develop and oversee a full-scale Project Plan that aligns with organizational goals and government objectives.Define project success criteria and secure approvals from program leads, senior management, and executive leadership.Manage project dependencies, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.Serve as the primary liaison with stakeholders, proactively managing project scope, crises, and contingencies.Direct and integrate the contract personnel team, ensuring cohesive program governance and performance management.Maintain and update the Master Project Plan, including scope, schedule, quality, risk, communication, and change management.Ensure compliance with DoD, GSA, and NARA federal recordkeeping requirements.Deliver monthly progress reports and quarterly In-Progress Reviews (IPRs) detailing performance, staffing, and project outcomes.Oversee quality assurance and ensure alignment between SPD operations and WHS policies.Participate in meetings and briefings, producing white papers, minutes, and responses for government review.Essential Job Qualifications:Clearance: Secret clearanceEducation and Certifications:Master's degree or higher requiredPMP requiredRequired Experience and SkillsMinimum of 20 years of progressive program management experience, including supervisory rolesProven success in planning, developing, integrating, and executing major research, engineering, and development efforts for defense agenciesDemonstrated experience managing complex projects with extensive and diversified requirementsAbout Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.Copper River's CultureThe Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.BenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent careHealth Savings Account - high deductible medical planRetirement 401(k) with employer matchOpen leave policy and paid holidaysAdditional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.Disclaimer:The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.