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Alternate Site Manager

Salem, AL · On-site

As the Alternate Site Manager (ASM), you are responsible for meeting Contractor's work requirements, including scheduling of personnel, work supervision, and quality control for all tasks associated ...

SOSi

Alternate Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

SOSi is seeking an experienced Alternate Program Manager to help lead our Air Force Contract Augmentation (AFCAP) VI Program worldwide. AFCAP serves as a responsive, global force multiplier for ...

Interim HealthCare Inc.

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Serves as the Alternate Administrator and assumes the responsibilities and authority of the Administrator in the Administrator's absence to ensure the continued operation of the agency. Essential ...

SOSi

Alternate Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

SOSi is seeking an experienced Alternate Program Manager to help lead our Air Force Contract Augmentation (AFCAP) VI Program worldwide. AFCAP serves as a responsive, global force multiplier for ...

SOSi

Alternate Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

SOSi is seeking an experienced Alternate Program Manager to help lead our Air Force Contract Augmentation (AFCAP) VI Program worldwide. AFCAP serves as a responsive, global force multiplier for ...

Cortek Inc

Alternate Program Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

Alternate Program Manager Location: DC Metro Area This is an Onsite Position: Opportunity Overview: CORTEK seeks a qualified Program/Contract Manager to serve as Key Personnel responsible for ...

Yakshna Solutions

Alternate Site Manager

Petersburg, VA · On-site

Yakshna Solutions is seeking an Alternate Site Manager to oversee daily operations in the absence of the Site Manager. This role involves ensuring continuity in management and authority over contract ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for alternate in the United States is $44.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Alternate vs Assistant?

AspectAlternateAssistant
Required CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification neededTypically requires relevant certifications or training
Work EnvironmentFlexible; can include various industries and rolesOffice settings, administrative support roles
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in diverse fields for backup or substitute rolesCommon in administrative, healthcare, and service industries
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for backup or substitute rolesIndividuals seeking administrative or support roles

While both roles involve support functions, an Alternate typically serves as a backup or substitute in various roles without specific credentials, whereas an Assistant usually provides direct support in administrative or specialized tasks, often requiring relevant certifications or training.

What are some alternative careers?

Alternative careers for someone in this field include roles such as project manager, consultant, or analyst, which often require similar skills like communication, problem-solving, and technical knowledge. Transitioning may involve gaining relevant certifications or experience in related industries. These options can provide different work environments, schedules, and growth opportunities.
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Infographic showing various Alternate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,274 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Alternate Project Director

Washington, DC • On-site

TeleSolv Consulting
Business Management Consulting • 201 - 500 employees
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$120K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Alternate Project Director
Application Deadline: 18 September 2026
Department: Federal Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Washington, DC
Compensation: $120,000 - $145,000 / year
Description
TeleSolv is seeking an experienced Alternate Project Director to provide continuity of leadership for a Government Researcher Engagement Consulting Services IDIQ. Designated as Key Personnel, this professional will support day-to-day program execution and must be prepared to assume the Project Director's full responsibilities during an absence, period of unavailability or departure. The successful candidate will independently meet the qualification standards established for the Project Director and help ensure uninterrupted contract performance, staffing oversight and deliverable quality. This role is well suited to a disciplined, adaptable leader who can work independently, remain fully informed about active task orders and provide a seamless transition of program leadership when required.
Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the designated backup to the Project Director and assume full responsibility for contract performance, staffing and deliverable quality when required.
  • Support the design and execution of qualitative and quantitative research assessing researcher behavior, engagement and satisfaction.
  • Assist with process development, requirements analysis, risk management and program and business-process analyses.
  • Support project planning, scheduling and reporting for researcher-focused studies.
  • Lead planning, scheduling and reporting functions when the Project Director is unavailable.
  • Participate in regular meetings with Government business owners and the Contracting Officer's Representative.
  • Maintain familiarity with open issues, decisions and the status of active work streams.
  • Conduct quality-control reviews to ensure deliverables comply with contractual quality standards.
  • Maintain current knowledge of every active task order to support a seamless transfer of Project Director responsibilities.
  • Coordinate required Key Personnel notifications or substitutions with the Project Director and Contracting Officer.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
  • Experience supporting Government library, archival or cultural institution clients.
  • An advanced degree in survey research, library or information science, public policy, social science or a related field.
  • Experience serving in a deputy, alternate or backup leadership role on a Government services contract.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills supporting an orderly transfer of leadership responsibilities.
  • Working knowledge of federal travel regulations used to schedule and budget on-site research activities
  • Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
  • Survey development and leadership
  • Evaluation design and execution
  • Research data collection
  • Statistical analysis and reporting
  • Project planning, scheduling and status reporting
  • Requirements and business-process analysis
  • Risk management
  • Contract performance and staffing oversight
  • Deliverable quality control
  • Team leadership
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to maintain continuity across multiple active task orders
  • Ability to work independently and assume senior leadership responsibilities with minimal disruption

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