Contract Program Manager

Brief DescriptionPosition: Contract Program ManagerLocation: Washington, D.C.Work Environment: OnsiteClearance Required: NACIStatus: ContingentKnowesis is currently seeking an exceptional Contract Program Manager to join our team and provide invaluable support to the Grant Management and Evaluation Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract supporting biomedical research application evaluation for the Department of War (DoW) within the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and the Medical Research and Development Command (MRDC).To be eligible for this position, candidates must have the ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position's security clearance requirements.The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Serve as Knowesis' senior executive responsible for overall performance of the Grant Management and Evaluation IDIQ contract, with a $220M contract ceilingEnsure overall contract performance and quality management across all task orders issued under the base IDIQLead process development and improvement efforts to enhance efficiencies and standardize service delivery across all task ordersCoordinate corporate resources and capabilities to ensure readiness for surge capacity and scientific peer review expertiseManage resource allocation across Science Administration and Management (SAM-1), SAM-2, and electronic Biomedical Research Application Portal (eBRAP) Support task ordersWork with Scientific Review Managers to ensure task execution plans and cost estimates are accurate for each task orderServe as the primary executive point of contact with organizational leadership, the base-level Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and the Contracting OfficerMaintain executive-level relationships with client Program Managers across all active programs and participate in Integrated Program Team (IPT) meetingsProactively communicate program status, risks, and performance to government stakeholdersOversee the contractor-owned, contractor-operated web-based electronic peer review system, including hosting, document viewing, virtual meetings, individual reviewer and panel scoring, written evaluations, and concurrent review across multiple meetings and panelsMonitor delivery of all contract deliverables against the Task Order Deliverables/Receivables Tracking Sheet (D/RTS) timelinesEstablish and enforce subcontractor oversight policies, ensuring all subcontractor personnel meet contract security and training requirementsEnsure all contractor and subcontractor personnel sign an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and comply with installation access, facility access, and security policiesMonitor subcontractor performance against task order deliverables, cost, and schedule baselinesCoordinate subcontractor compliance with all mandatory training requirements; ensure certificates of completion are submitted to the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) Training CoordinatorMaintain full accountability for IDIQ-level financial performance, including cost tracking across Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) task orders, invoice review, and budget forecastingEnsure draft invoices are provided to the base COR five calendar days prior to submission to Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), with adequate backup documentationOversee submission of Monthly Reporting at the base level, due on the 28th calendar day of each monthReview monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and provide cost performance visibility to Knowesis leadership and the Government COREnsure Key Personnel substitution processes comply with contract requirements, including submitting resumes for proposed replacements to the base COR at least five business days prior to any personnel changesRequired QualificationsDemonstrated record of leading large, complex federal contracts in a program management or executive capacityDirect experience managing multi-vendor IDIQ contract vehicles in biomedical research, health information technology (IT), or a related scientific domainPrior experience with Department of Defense (DoD) Medical and Scientific Research contract managementProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationAbility to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and complete all mandatory security and training requirements per the Performance Work Statement (PWS)U.S. Citizenship requiredPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in public health, life sciences, business administration, or a related disciplineFamiliarity with CDMRP grant management processes and systems, including eBRAPExperience managing geographically distributed teams supporting scientific peer review operationsBenefitsHealth (PPO & HDHP) Insurance, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability (STD) & Long-Term Disability (LTD), Basic Life Insurance, 401k Company Match, & Voluntary Products.Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.