Program Manager, CMS

Ad Hoc LLC

. Lead the day-to-day delivery and operational health of a complex federal technology program across multiple projects and workstreams .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex federal technology programs, including program scope, schedule, budget, and staffing, while fostering strong customer relationships and leading multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in Agile methodologies and committed to continuous improvement and high-quality delivery outcomes.

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Program ManagementAgile MethodologiesFinancial Performance ManagementStakeholder CommunicationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Program Scope ManagementBudget ManagementRisk ManagementStaffing PlansResource AllocationDigital Services DeliverySoftware DeliveryOperational Issue ResolutionProgram ReportingContractual Deliverables Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCustomer Relationship ManagementCollaborationMentoringProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 5 Public Trust Background

Industry Keywords

Federal Technology ProgramMultidisciplinary TeamsContinuous ImprovementClient-Facing LeadershipProgram Reviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the day-to-day delivery and operational health of a complex federal technology program across multiple projects and workstreams
Serve as a primary point of contact and trusted partner for government program leadership, sponsors, contracting stakeholders, and technical representatives
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through consistent communication, transparency, responsiveness, and reliable delivery
Lead multidisciplinary teams across software engineering, product, design, project management, and other technical and delivery functions
Manage program scope, schedule, budget, staffing, risks, dependencies, contractual requirements, and overall performance
Establish and maintain effective delivery processes supporting predictable execution, continuous improvement, and high-quality outcomes
Facilitate program reviews, planning sessions, status meetings, and recurring customer and internal engagements
Identify program risks, delivery challenges, and operational issues and drive them through resolution
Communicate changes to scope, schedule, staffing, budget, or delivery expectations to internal and customer stakeholders
Maintain accurate program reporting and visibility into milestones, deliverables, staffing, risks, dependencies, and contractual commitments
Manage program financial performance, including planned revenue, staffing, billable utilization, labor allocation, and gross margin
Lead, manage, and mentor cross-functional team members while supporting performance management, professional development, resource planning, hiring, and onboarding
Partner with technical and practice leadership to ensure teams have the skills, resources, and support necessary to meet program objectives
Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment focused on delivery excellence and continuous improvement
Partner with Growth, Delivery, and Practice leadership to identify opportunities for organic account growth and expanded customer support
Serve as a program subject matter expert for recompete and proposal activities
Support transition planning and continuity of operations during contract, staffing, or organizational change

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of experience directly managing complex technology programs, digital services, software delivery, or related technical initiatives
Experience managing multidisciplinary technical and delivery teams across multiple concurrent projects or workstreams
Demonstrated experience managing program scope, schedule, budget, staffing, risk, and contractual deliverables
Experience working directly with senior customers and stakeholders in a client-facing program leadership role
Experience managing program financial performance, staffing plans, resource allocation, and delivery forecasts
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and modern software or digital service delivery practices
Demonstrated ability to identify, communicate, and resolve complex program risks, delivery challenges, and operational issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience communicating program status, performance, risks, and priorities to senior stakeholders
Must currently hold, or have recently held, a Level 5 Public Trust background
Must be able to successfully complete all additional federal customer suitability, fitness, and financial background requirements for the position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
401K with employer match
Paid parental leave after one year of service
Employee Assistance Program