Program Manager TS/SCI CI Poly

Program Manager R&D – TS/SCI with CI Poly
Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the management and execution of contract program cost, technical, and schedule parameters within a research and development environment. The role includes managing highly visible, time‑sensitive projects to meet government deadlines and quality standards.

Location
Bethesda, MD

Clearance
TS/SCI with CI Poly

Responsibilities

Organize, monitor, and resolve all issues pertaining to all highly visible and time‑sensitive projects to ensure deadlines are met and quality products are submitted for Government approval.

Accountable for the design and optimization of the work program to meet the requirements of the SOW in the most cost‑effective and efficient manner possible and quickly plan work options to meet evolving Government needs.

Coordinate all activities required to accomplish SOW requirements and tasks, including planning, directing and scheduling the timely and successful completion of work requirements.

Prioritize tasks, de‑conflict tasks, and align resources to ensure that emerging mission requirements are supported; and, if necessary, elevate concerns and issues to the Government for resolution.

Conduct continuous assessment of program performance and report any issues that require Government involvement.

Respond to the Government's questions and concerns and proactively alert the Government to potential contractual or programmatic issues.

Develop suitable strategies and objectives to ensure cross‑training within the support areas.

Serve as the primary point of contact with the Government's COTR for contract, cost, schedule, and performance.

Maintain adequate staffing levels of qualified personnel to accomplish all tasks and deliver high‑quality products and services.

Provide for provisioning of subject matter experts, as needed for short‑term assignments, subject to approval from the COTR.

Coordinate and participate in all weekly or bi‑weekly status reviews, which are informative meetings with the COTR, GTMs, Government stakeholders as required, and Technical Leads to discuss tactical information such as upcoming events and the statuses of ongoing issues.

Submit weekly activity reports and participate in monthly program reviews.

Ensure performance issues are addressed in a timely manner.

Coordinate all monthly status reviews, with the COTR to discuss contract performance, special topics of interest, and issue resolutions.

Prepare and deliver all CDRLs.

Maintain communications with other Contractors whose work efforts may impact program requirements and tasks, and immediately inform the COTR upon knowledge of information or actions that will have direct impact on performance.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Administration, or a related field.

10+ years of program management experience, preferably in Research & Development environments.

5+ years of Intelligence Community experience.

Demonstrated proficiency with organizational, writing, interpersonal communication, and meeting facilitation skills.

Experience managing programs with integrated interdisciplinary teams of a minimum of 10 FTEs.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

15+ years of program management experience with integrated interdisciplinary teams of similar size and scope in the IC.

1 year of experience managing research and development programs.

1 year of Program Management experience within ODNI.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, or equivalent.

Experience managing programs with integrated interdisciplinary teams of a minimum of 20 FTEs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations as required.

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