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KBR, Inc.

Contract Program Manager

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Ensure programmatic alignment and adherence to the customer's visions and priorities. * Ensure the accuracy, quality, configuration management and timely delivery of all required deliverables to ...

KBR

Contract Program Manager

Chantilly, VA

Ensure programmatic alignment and adherence to the customer's visions and priorities. * Ensure the accuracy, quality, configuration management and timely delivery of all required deliverables to ...

ECS

STO Programmatic SETA

Arlington, VA · On-site

Everforth ECS is seeking a STO Programmatic SETA to work in our Arlington, VA office. Please Note ... The successful candidate will support the DARPA program manager by leading ongoing demonstration ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for programmatic manager in Washington is $118,442.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,100.00 and $131,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Programmatic Manager works closely with creative teams to ensure that ad formats and messaging align with campaign strategies and platform requirements. They also partner with analytics teams to monitor campaign performance, interpret data, and optimize targeting and bidding strategies in real time. Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration are key, as programmatic managers act as a bridge between technical execution and strategic campaign goals, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned for maximum impact.

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To thrive as a Programmatic Manager, you need a strong grasp of digital marketing, data analysis, and campaign strategy, often supported by a degree in marketing or a related field. Familiarity with demand-side platforms (DSPs), ad servers, analytics tools like Google Analytics, and relevant certifications such as IAB Digital Media Buying & Planning are typically required. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you optimize campaigns and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills are vital for maximizing ROI, ensuring effective campaign delivery, and staying ahead in the fast-evolving digital advertising landscape.

What is a Programmatic Manager?

A Programmatic Manager is a digital marketing professional responsible for overseeing and optimizing automated ad buying and placement processes using programmatic technology platforms. They work with data, demand-side platforms (DSPs), and ad exchanges to target specific audiences and achieve campaign goals efficiently. Their role includes managing budgets, analyzing performance metrics, and ensuring ads are delivered to the right users at the right time. Programmatic Managers collaborate closely with clients, creative teams, and data analysts to maximize ROI and drive successful digital advertising campaigns.
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Contract Program Manager

Contract Program Manager

KBR, Inc.

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

96th of 355 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Contract Program Manager
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
  • Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award
KBR is seeking an Expert-Level Contract Program Manager (CPM) to support a procurement providing Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) support to an IC/DoW government customer within the Washington DC Metropolitan area.
The CPM will be the interface with the government customer regarding contract activities and programmatic, and overall contract or program performance. To achieve this, the CPM shall maintain regular communication with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Government Program Manager (PM), keeping them informed of relevant contractor related information especially significant risks and issues and the associated resolution plans and status. The CPM will be responsible for day-to-day contract activities to include formulating and enforcing work deliverables, assigning schedules, reviewing work discrepancies, supervising contractor personnel and communicating policies objectives and goals of the organization to the contractor team. The CPM will also help establish both technical and business goals in consultation with top management and make detailed plans for the accomplishment of the established goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
Ensuring the timely execution of all financial, staffing and administrative contract actions.
  • Lead the team assisting the customer in the development, implementation, and adoption of the Digital Engineering (DE) environment, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices, and Digital Twin capabilities
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with the government customer and key figures and offices (including the Chief Engineer and Program Executive Offices (PEOs)) within the organization.
  • Provide contract management support to the Program(s) PMO to ensure the timely execution of all financial, staffing and administrative contract actions.
  • Provide program management support to include cost, schedule, risk and performance management of all staff and work activities.
  • Ensure contractor personnel are qualified to perform the assigned task and that potential personnel problems are pre-empted.
  • Ensure contract tasks are completed within the specified timelines.
  • Establish and implement processes and procedures enabling the rapid response to surge requirements for increased contract personnel.
  • Ensure programmatic alignment and adherence to the customer's visions and priorities.
  • Ensure the accuracy, quality, configuration management and timely delivery of all required deliverables to include the Monthly Financial Report, Monthly Staffing Report, Monthly Activity Report, Quarterly Program Management Review materials, and as required Trip Reports, Briefings, Evaluations, Technical Assignments, White Papers or other Government requested deliverables necessary for the successful execution and/or completion of work activities.
  • Plan and execute Quarterly Program Reviews to provide the Government customer(s) an comprehensive understanding of the health/status of all activities.
  • Coordination program management activities between various offices within the customer organization.
  • Perform day-to-day contractual and programmatic management of the TO.
  • Monitor performance metrics, SLAs, and KPIs and report progress to government customer leadership

Required Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related STEM degree program, or equivalent Expert level experience as a Program Manager.
  • Expert-level experience (10 years or more) as a Program Manager in terms of managing program level cost, schedule, performance, and risk management for a development, engineering, or other Information Technology DoW or IC program.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), DAWIA Level III certification in Program Management, or similar professional certification in program management or demonstrated experience applying Project Management tools and techniques.
  • Extensive experience working with NGA, and other IC/DOW mission partners.
  • Ability to engage with senior government stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Expert experience as a Program Manager in terms of cost, schedule, performance, and risk management.
  • Demonstrated experience in engineering, Enterprise engineering, design and analysis of IT or related systems experience in all phases of design, development, analysis and documentation, and development of standards and guidelines for tasks being performed.
  • Expert-level working experience in government or industry in DoD/IC Acquisition Process or PPBES.
  • Active TS/SCI required
  • Experience with Digital Engineering (DE) and Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)

Desired Skills and Experience:
  • Knowledge of the geospatial intelligence mission and its contributions to the Intelligence Community.
  • Knowledge of the National System for Geospatial Intelligence.
  • Working knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), processes, tools and languages.
  • Experience with the development and/or review of cost estimates and the associated technical work scope necessary to achieve stated objectives.
  • Experience in tailoring and using both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies
  • Experience with the identification of technical issues and proactive communication of possible impacts.
  • Experience in performing validation and verification of various engineering results and deliverables to ensure the highest quality results against customer requirements.
  • Experience advising and assisting the government leadership team in achieving their mission objectives by leveraging the combine resources within the government team and their industrial base
  • Basic understanding of cloud technologies, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and AI/ML integration.

Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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Year founded

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