{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"69c4cd6d27c8df662b6138fa","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/69c4cd6d27c8df662b6138fa","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/69c4cd6d27c8df662b6138fa","title":"Program Manager Level 3","description":"Type of Requisition:\nRegular\nClearance Level Must Currently Possess:\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nSuitability:\nPublic Trust/Other Required:\nJob Family:\nProgram Management\nJob Qualifications:\nSkills:\nCommunication, Financial Management, Office Administration, Process Improvements, Vendor Management\nCertifications:\nExperience:\n15 + years of related experience\nUS Citizenship Required:\nYes\nJob Description:\nThe Program Manager shall be responsible for the successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract. Serves as the main point of contact for the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), the Government Program Manager, and the Contractor’s senior management. Directly contributes to program efforts in several areas, including cost Management/avoidance, schedule estimation and tracking, contract performance management, risk management, requirements analysis, and quality assurance\nactivities. Ensures proper performance of tasks necessary to ensure the\nmost efficient and effective execution of the contract. The PM shall utilize expert communication skills needed to direct the skilled technical resources and report on the technical progress, issues, and problem areas, as well as write and review technical documents.\nAllocate resources (staffing, facilities, and budgets) on the contract.\nReview and approve all earned value, Estimate To Complete, Funds and Man-hour Expenditure Report, or other financial reports as appropriate.\nReview and allocate management reserve within contractual limits.\nEnsure cross-discipline integration within the contract to meet Government needs.\nWork with the higher level program manager, if applicable, to provide effective and efficient management of the contractor's effort.\nReview and propose the Integrated Program Baseline (or resource loaded schedule) to the Government.\nReview risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate budgets for the same.\nPrepare program status reviews and other formal reviews to be presented to the Government PM.\nEnsure the timely recruitment and training of program staff - both direct and indirect.\nReview all financial and technical reports before release to the Government.\nCommunicate issues and solutions to the Government PM in a timely and transparent manner.\nEnsure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor's contracts staff\nAssist the Government PM by providing input to statutory acquisition reports and responses to Congressional Questions for the Record (QFRs).\nCoordinate the preparation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and value engineering proposals to the Government PM.\nProvide Contractor input to the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan reviews or Award Fee reviews, as appropriate.\nCommunicate issues and solutions to the broader Government management structure as requested by senior Government leaders.\nAll tasks of the Level 2 PM not performed at Level 2 due to the size and/or complexity of the contract.\nProvide guidance and direct tasking for Level 0, 1, and 2 program managers if any are assigned to the contract/program.\nRapidly assemble and execute focused cross-disciplinary overnment/Contractor teams to address urgent or unexpected cost, schedule, or technical program/contract issues.\nQualifications:\nFifteen (15) years experience as a program or project manager in managing programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.. Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity, as well as experience in leading a multi-vendor environment is required. Shall be knowledgeable of the guidelines provided by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies. Must have demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting.\nMust have at least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms such as Earned Value Management.\nMust have a PMP, FAC-P/PM Senior Level, or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 3 certification in Program Management.\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:\n\nFull-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home\n401K with company match\nComprehensive health and wellness packages\nInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career\nProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications\nCutting-edge technology you can learn from\nRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays\nThe likely salary range for this position is $175,836 - $237,896. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nScheduled Weekly Hours:\n40\nTravel Required:\nNone\nTelecommuting Options:\nOnsite\nWork Location:\nUSA MD Annapolis Junction\nAdditional Work Locations:\nTotal Rewards at GDIT:\nOur benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.\nWe connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.\nGDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.","company":"General Dynamics Information Technology","rawCompany":"generaldynamicsinformationtechnology","city":"Annapolis Junction","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:32:15.736Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"541611","title":"Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services","slug":"administrative-management-and-general-management-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager Level 3","description":"Type of Requisition:\nRegular\nClearance Level Must Currently Possess:\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nSuitability:\nPublic Trust/Other Required:\nJob Family:\nProgram Management\nJob Qualifications:\nSkills:\nCommunication, Financial Management, Office Administration, Process Improvements, Vendor Management\nCertifications:\nExperience:\n15 + years of related experience\nUS Citizenship Required:\nYes\nJob Description:\nThe Program Manager shall be responsible for the successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract. Serves as the main point of contact for the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), the Government Program Manager, and the Contractor’s senior management. Directly contributes to program efforts in several areas, including cost Management/avoidance, schedule estimation and tracking, contract performance management, risk management, requirements analysis, and quality assurance\nactivities. Ensures proper performance of tasks necessary to ensure the\nmost efficient and effective execution of the contract. The PM shall utilize expert communication skills needed to direct the skilled technical resources and report on the technical progress, issues, and problem areas, as well as write and review technical documents.\nAllocate resources (staffing, facilities, and budgets) on the contract.\nReview and approve all earned value, Estimate To Complete, Funds and Man-hour Expenditure Report, or other financial reports as appropriate.\nReview and allocate management reserve within contractual limits.\nEnsure cross-discipline integration within the contract to meet Government needs.\nWork with the higher level program manager, if applicable, to provide effective and efficient management of the contractor's effort.\nReview and propose the Integrated Program Baseline (or resource loaded schedule) to the Government.\nReview risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate budgets for the same.\nPrepare program status reviews and other formal reviews to be presented to the Government PM.\nEnsure the timely recruitment and training of program staff - both direct and indirect.\nReview all financial and technical reports before release to the Government.\nCommunicate issues and solutions to the Government PM in a timely and transparent manner.\nEnsure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor's contracts staff\nAssist the Government PM by providing input to statutory acquisition reports and responses to Congressional Questions for the Record (QFRs).\nCoordinate the preparation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and value engineering proposals to the Government PM.\nProvide Contractor input to the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan reviews or Award Fee reviews, as appropriate.\nCommunicate issues and solutions to the broader Government management structure as requested by senior Government leaders.\nAll tasks of the Level 2 PM not performed at Level 2 due to the size and/or complexity of the contract.\nProvide guidance and direct tasking for Level 0, 1, and 2 program managers if any are assigned to the contract/program.\nRapidly assemble and execute focused cross-disciplinary overnment/Contractor teams to address urgent or unexpected cost, schedule, or technical program/contract issues.\nQualifications:\nFifteen (15) years experience as a program or project manager in managing programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.. Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity, as well as experience in leading a multi-vendor environment is required. Shall be knowledgeable of the guidelines provided by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies. Must have demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting.\nMust have at least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms such as Earned Value Management.\nMust have a PMP, FAC-P/PM Senior Level, or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 3 certification in Program Management.\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:\n\nFull-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home\n401K with company match\nComprehensive health and wellness packages\nInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career\nProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications\nCutting-edge technology you can learn from\nRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays\nThe likely salary range for this position is $175,836 - $237,896. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nScheduled Weekly Hours:\n40\nTravel Required:\nNone\nTelecommuting Options:\nOnsite\nWork Location:\nUSA MD Annapolis Junction\nAdditional Work Locations:\nTotal Rewards at GDIT:\nOur benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.\nWe connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.\nGDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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