Program Manager – Professional Services

Katmai Government Services

. Manage and capture government service contracts .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing government service contracts and leading project teams to develop comprehensive technical plans and proposals. Proficient in budget management, risk assessment, and ensuring contract compliance while maintaining effective communication with clients and stakeholders.

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Project Management ExperienceGovernment RFP ResponseTechnical Proposal DevelopmentBudget ManagementSecret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementTechnical WritingPricing and ForecastingContract ComplianceRisk ManagementMulti-taskingTechnical Plan DevelopmentPerformance Standards ManagementProposal PreparationDocumentation Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCoaching and MentoringDetail OrientedLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or EngineeringValid State Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Government ContractsProfessional Services DivisionProject CaptureClient LiaisonContract Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and capture government service contracts
Lead employees in developing plans and proposals for the Professional Services Division
Manage assigned government projects in accordance with contract and corporate requirements
Liaise with customers, executives, administrators, and operational employees to ensure contract performance
Report orally and in writing to higher management
Communicate directly with clients and contractor personnel and allocate resources
Develop and maintain budgets, schedules, and performance standards
Interpret complex client requirements and prepare project presentations, plans, procedures, and proposals
Manage development, production, and delivery standards
Coach and mentor employees on quality plans, presentations, and proposals
Acquire and oversee project resources
Enforce work standards and resolve discrepancies for contract compliance
Maintain project documentation and assess technical and non-technical project issues
Lead assigned operations and define roles and responsibilities
Maintain sound and executable contracts
Develop the pipeline for future projects and manage new project capture
Write detailed technical proposals and formulate pricing
Ensure a safe and healthy working environment
Submit timely and accurate deliverables
Manage and communicate project risks and challenges
Provide project direction in accordance with division directives
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering discipline preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of project management experience
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience responding to government Requests for Proposals (RFP)
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (generally, U.S. citizenship required)
Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks
Ability to develop comprehensive technical plans, procedures, and work instructions
Skilled in pricing and forecasting complex projects
Strong writing skills in the development of technical and management approaches
Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task across multiple projects
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy
Able to work full-time and additional hours as needed
Expected travel time is less than 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vacation & Paid Personal Time
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Leave of Absence