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Program Manger - FEMA NPWS

Program Manger - FEMA NPWS

CACI International, Inc.

Indian Head, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Program Manger - FEMA NPWS
Job Category: Project and Program Management
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Local
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The Opportunity:
CACI's Digital & Enterprise Solutions Division is seeking an experienced Program Manager, who will be designated key personnel, to lead the FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) NPWS (National Public Warning System) program. In this role, you will serve as the single point of contact (POC) for all program activities, providing strategic direction and overseeing delivery, execution, and program financials. You will have full responsibility and authority for all aspects of contract execution, leading cross-functional teams in the development and delivery of technical solutions supporting FEMA's NPWS.
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the FEMA Program Manager, FEMA Task Order Monitor, FEMA Contracting Officer and FEMA Contracting Officer's representative and ensure you or your designee are accessible at all times (NPWS is a national continuity mission impacting life safety across the country).
  • You lead a multidisciplinary team comprising Project Managers, Construction Managers, Broadcast Engineers, Project Analysts, Systems Engineers, and Technical Writers, dedicated to operating, modernizing, and sustaining NPWS facilities for the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) Division of FEMA.
  • Lead a team of 25+ direct labor and subcontract partners responsible for environmental, modernization, construction, decommissioning and sustainment of the National Public Warning System.
  • Manage all areas of the program, including scope, level of effort, resources, subcontractors, financials, schedule, risk, liabilities, quality and client satisfaction.
  • Serve as the single corporate representative for overall contract performance and contribute to internal CACI weekly and monthly leadership, financial forecast, and program management meetings.
  • Work directly with clients to pinpoint mission requirements to create tailored solutions, then communicate priorities to the CACI team for execution and delivery.
  • Lead growth activities on the existing work and for adjacent and follow-on work with the client.
  • Develop, mentor project/task leads and managers, positioning them for larger roles over time.
  • Manage scope, schedule, budget, and personnel requirements across the program ensuring high quality deliverables in accordance with the contract statement of work (SOW) and CACI's guiding principles.
  • Form and foster customer relationships to develop the strategy and plans to advance and grow the contract by translating customer mission needs into program strategies, plans, and requirements
  • Lead proposal and contract activities including business and technical responses to customer requests for proposal, drafting of statement of technical objectives, drafting of proposal volumes, etc.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in emergency communications, information technology, business management or related fields
  • Top Secret clearance eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information
  • Prior experience as a PM, Deputy PM, or manager leading aspects of a program, or a portfolio of projects.
  • Delivery experience with federal customers and managing federal contracts.
  • Ability to drive contract performance and growth while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to understand and effectively explain technical designs and implementations associated with complex solutions to Customer Leadership and Subject Matter Experts.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills including active listening, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
  • High degree of attention to detail, time management and organization skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining cooperative, force multiplying relationships with peers within the company.

Desired:
  • Prior experience leading multi-discipline construction and modernization efforts that include architectural, mechanical, civil, structural and electrical engineering aspects.

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$114,600-$252,100
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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