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Program Manager II

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Seeking Program Manager II, ideally with government contract program management experience in biotech and experience supporting large, complex technical/scientific programs. Join ATCC and be part of ...

ATCC

Program Manager II

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Seeking Program Manager II, ideally with government contract program management experience in biotech and experience supporting large, complex technical/scientific programs. Join ATCC and be part of ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for government contract program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Government contract program managers typically earn competitive salaries that vary based on experience, location, and agency. They often receive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, and certifications like PMP can enhance earning potential. Overall, these roles tend to offer stable compensation aligned with federal or state government pay scales.

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What does a government contract program manager do?

A government contract program manager oversees the planning, execution, and compliance of government contracts, ensuring projects meet contractual requirements, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate between government agencies, contractors, and internal teams, often requiring knowledge of procurement regulations and project management tools like MS Project or Primavera.

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Program Manager II

Gaithersburg, MD • On-site

ATCC
Biotechnology Research and Development • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$140K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? A global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, ATCC is hiring Program Manager II in onsite in Gaithersburg, MD. This role manages varied, high-profile projects and complex technical/scientific programs for ATCC Federal Solutions, supporting government contract deliverables across multiple contracts for schedule, cost, technical performance, resources, budgets, and integrated program execution, while demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of contract scope, deliverables, and interpretation. 

The Program Manager II manages teams through all program phases, including concept, development, implementation, evaluation, and completion, while ensuring integration of program segments and services, communicating with sponsors, customers, senior management, and other stakeholders, and supporting opportunities for program growth and new business acquisitions.  

Seeking Program Manager II, ideally with government contract program management experience in biotech and experience supporting large, complex technical/scientific programs. Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.


  • Program Management: Manage development, execution, and completion of high-quality, integrated, cross-functional plans for complex technical/scientific programs and projects.
  • Contract Oversight: Establish and oversee cost, resource allocation, budgets, technical performance, schedules, forecasts, status summaries, and program metrics.
  • Risk and Reporting: Develop integrated plans and reporting across projects, implement regular reviews, manage risk, and ensure programs remain on track.
  • Operational Execution: Translate long-term objectives into short-term tasks and establish processes and procedures for effective operations of complex functions.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with and influence program sponsors, customers, Senior Management, and other stakeholders.
  • People Leadership: Hire, select, train, manage, evaluate, motivate, lead, and coach professional staff in accordance with established policies and management guidance.

  • Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience, or equivalent experience (Master's degree and 8 years, PhD and 5 years, or HS Diploma and 16 years).
  • Experience managing complex technical/scientific programs or multiple varied and complex projects across multiple contracts in a coordinated way, with comprehensive understanding of contract scope, deliverables, and interpretation.
  • Experience establishing and overseeing program cost, resource allocation, budgets, technical performance, and schedules.
  • Experience developing integrated plans, reporting, forecasts, status summaries, program metrics, and risk reviews.
  • Experience communicating with and influencing program sponsors, customers, Senior Management, and other stakeholders, including navigating cross-functional teams.
  • Experience hiring, selecting, training, managing, evaluating, leading, motivating, and coaching professional staff.
  • Preferred: Experience managing government contracts with at least $10M in annual value and managing teams of at least 10 people.
  • Preferred:  Life Sciences education or background working in a biotech environment.

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

 

We Invest in You 

 

  • Health & Wellness: 
    • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
    • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
    • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.  
    • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
  • Financial security: 
    • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
    • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
    • Corporate bonus program
  • Mission Focused:
    • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
    • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
    • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.

 

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