Program Manager, Technical

The Program Manager, Technical will support the Federal Services Leadership by serving as the single point of contact, communicating with the customer and performing overall management of the agency for the customer. This position will work with CNI Leadership, Working Groups leads, and programmatic staff to manage multiple projects.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrated competency in working with a wide range of government departments with diverse business needs, interests, expectations and requirements.

Skilled proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and project management software programs.

Knowledgeable of and skilled in implementing “best-in-class” concepts / principles within the areas of planning, scheduling, budgeting and operations for successful achievement of program objectives.

Excellent leadership, capital planning, financial management, cost control, estimating and contract negotiating skills.

Ability to manage multiple services and task order projects simultaneously.

Ability to make sound, well-informed and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.

Ability to prepare, justify and administer program budget and to assess financial conditions.

Ability to persuade others to accept recommendations and to negotiate to find mutually acceptable solutions.

Ability to organize work, set priorities and determine resource requirements.

Excellent supervisory and management skills with ability to recruit, train, mentor and motivate others.

Skilled in facilitating teamwork and coordinating efforts for the successful achievement of goals.

Ability to manage and resolve conflicts, grievances, confrontations or disagreements in a constructive manner.

Exceptional organization, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Exceptional customer service and relationship-building skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with solid presentation skills and ability to write federal contract proposals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including: commitment to integrity, knowledge/quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative/motivation, cooperation/relationships, problem analysis/discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral/written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability/dependability, flexibility and ownership/accountability of actions taken.

Responsible for running multiple projects within a given customer base.

Provides guidance to Project Managers.

Receives executive level guidance on improving the performance of business.

Serves as a focal point and provides program management guidance and expert support for the contract.  Responsible for overall assignment of work, management of personnel, financial budgets, as well as all operations and technical aspects for the successful completion of the contract/program requirements.

Provides management and technical direction of projects ensuring maximum effectiveness in the use of resources for the timely completion of projects.

Ensures compliance with all contractual requirements. Serves as primary point-of-contact with government contract staff for reporting project status.

Organizes, directs, and coordinates the planning and production of all Contract related projects and support activities including those of subcontractors.

Demonstrates knowledge of contract analysis, contract compliance, document processing, quality control, database management and records management.

Oversees the development of work breakdown structures, charts, tables, graphs, major milestone calendars and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems and making recommendations.

Establishes and alters corporate management structure to direct effective and efficient Contract support activities.

Ability to effectively communicate to the Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) and ensure timely response for all communications and deliverables across all task orders.

Possesses and exercises general knowledge of all technical and management areas of the contract.  Acts as a technical advisor and implements processes and procedures for effective program management. 

Ensures program goals and objectives are set and that all related program responsibilities / projects are assigned, completed on-time and within budget. Monitors progress and resolves any identified issues affecting successful project / program completion.

Makes certain that results are documented. 

Pays strong attention to cost and schedule management. Prepares periodic reports regarding status of contract schedules and budgets. 

Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Develops program management competencies through training and coaching.

Ensures responsiveness and negotiates submitted proposals with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

Acts as an advisor to program areas regarding projects, deliveries and operations.

Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.

Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor’s instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.

Responsible for keeping own immediate work area in a neat and orderly condition to ensure safety of self and co-workers. Will report any unsafe conditions and/or practices to the appropriate supervisor and human resources. Will immediately correct any unsafe conditions as the best of own ability.

Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) both for themselves, their employees, and the company as a whole.  Fosters an environment in which they and their employees will report any violations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree preferred and eight (8) years management experience. Eight (8) years government contracting experience required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

EOE including Disability/Vet 

The estimated pay range for this role is $158,000 to $230,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).