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Koniag Management Solutions, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Manager with a Secret security clearance to support KMS and our government customer in Mobile, AL. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.   

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Management Solutions, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Program Manager to provide overall contract and project management support for the U.S. Coast Guard's Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) Project Residence Office (PRO) in Mobile, AL. This part-time leadership position (312 hours annually) serves as the primary point of contact between the Government and contractor team, overseeing all aspects of contract performance for this critical Department of Homeland Security acquisition program. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management credentials, excellent communication skills, and comprehensive knowledge of shipbuilding processes and federal contract management.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Program Manager will serve as the single point of contact for the Contracting Officer and COR, responsible for all contractor work performed under the contract. Principal responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic oversight of all contractor personnel and work performance across multiple functional areas (SharePoint, Administrative Support, IMS/EVM, TSM, ILS, and COR Support)
• Coordinate directly with the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on all contract matters
• Manage staffing requirements, including recruitment, placement, and replacement of contractor personnel
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and deliverable tracking systems
• Oversee ship construction program execution activities and ensure alignment with Government objectives
• Ensure continuity of support and maintain contractually required service levels at all times
• Retrieve weekly work performance assessments from each team member to support monthly invoice validation and documentation process
• Ensure employees' timesheets, timecards, or other timekeeping mechanisms are signed by COR or ACOR at the end of each week
• Respond to COR requests for discussion or technical problem resolution within 24 hours of notification
• Maintain availability to COR via telephone between 0900-1700 CST, Monday through Friday
• Conduct monthly progress meetings with COR to review contractor performance and status starting the second month after award
• Lead post-award conference within ten (10) business days after date of award
• Present draft project plans at post-award conference for Government review and comment
• Deliver final project plans to COR not later than 10 business days after post-award conference
• Manage submission of monthly status reports by 10th business day of month summarizing all work performed
• Ensure contractor team compliance with all Government regulations, policies, and security requirements
• Coordinate replacement personnel approval process with Contracting Officer, providing 15 business days advance written notice
• Submit written justification and qualifications for any proposed personnel substitutes
• Oversee transition planning at contract conclusion; deliver transition-out plan 90 days prior to task order expiration
• Monitor quality of service and contractor performance across all task areas
• Ensure all deliverables meet Government acceptance criteria and submission timelines
• Manage contract financial performance and invoice processing
• Address and resolve performance issues proactively
• Serve as escalation point for technical problems or emergent issues
• Coordinate with Government personnel on contract modifications, option period exercises, and contract closeout activities

Education and Experience:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience relevant to supporting Government acquisition programs
• Minimum of four (4) years in a project management role
• Knowledge of ship construction processes

Clearance Requirement:

• Secret security clearance

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Comprehensive knowledge of ship construction processes and acquisition program management
• Strong leadership and personnel management capabilities across diverse functional teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and deliverables simultaneously
• Experience with federal contract performance management and oversight
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities under tight timelines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and contract administration principles
• Ability to interface effectively with senior military and civilian Government personnel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Capability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Experience managing geographically co-located teams
• Understanding of performance-based service contracting requirements
• Ability to develop and maintain project plans with work schedules, deliverable tracking, and quality assurance measures
• Experience with monthly reporting, invoicing processes, and contract deliverable management
• Knowledge of Government furnished property and information management requirements

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with Coast Guard or Navy shipbuilding acquisition programs
• Familiarity with Major System Acquisition Manual (MSAM) processes and milestone requirements
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and reporting
• Experience with Department of Homeland Security or Department of Defense contracting environments
• Understanding of Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) roles and responsibilities
• Experience with performance-based service contracting and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans
• Familiarity with Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
• Experience managing contracts requiring Secret level security clearances
• Knowledge of shipyard operations and construction oversight activities
• Understanding of Technical Support Management (TSM) systems and trial support operations
• Experience with transition planning and contract closeout activities
• Familiarity with Government travel systems and Federal Travel Regulations

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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