Program Manager

Description

Copperhead is seeking a Program Manager for the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire Project for a potential contract to support disaster relief.

The PM's role is to support the successful implementation and execution of Copperhead's subcontract supporting the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyons Claims Processing. This role will be in support with the overall Command Holdings strategy and goals set forth by leadership. The Program Manager's responsibilities include program management and oversight of the project and deliverables for the assigned subcontract. The Program Manager's duties require coordination with key senior client leaders and task leads; oversight of the day-to-day security, operations, travel and communications, to ensure the highest quality service to the customer and our prime contractor.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Contract Management

• Overseeing the entire lifecycle of contracts within an organization.
• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, executing, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements.
• Managing relationships and mitigating risks.
• Ensuring proper execution of contracts and adherence to legal requirements.

Leadership

• Mentor, coach, and support team members to grow professionally.

People Management

• Leading, training, developing, motivating, and day-to-day management of employees to support the overall goals and mission of the organization.

Finance

• Develop, manage, and monitor budgets to ensure financial health and alignment with goals.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 10 -20% / Occasional travel

Copperhead operating firm of Command Holdings, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At Cooperhead , our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. Copperhead is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

Copperhead will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team .

Copperhead is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

Copperhead's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team .

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 7 or more years of experience supporting the federal government.

• Minimum 10 years of program management for large-scale contracts.
• 5 or more years of experience successfully leading and managing teams.
• Demonstrate high proficiency in contract management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment, be innovative, be welcoming to change, and be proactive and self-motivated.
• Ability to cultivate and build relationships across the government and related industry partners.
• Proven ability to work with difficult customers, diverse stakeholders and team members.
• Possess the ability to motivate and maintain effective working relationships with staff and partners.
• A goal-oriented, driven individual with a superior ability to execute and sustain a high sense of urgency.
• Well organized with good project execution skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to pass a federal background investigation including fingerprinting.
• Must be able to obtain DHS suitability.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification .
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Copperhead will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current and active PMP certificate.
• Insurance claims adjusting experience.
• FEMA Experience.
• Contract execution/analysis.
• Performance management.
• Administrative management.
• Strategic planning.
• Experience using Xactimate software.
• Knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance program, eligibility criteria, laws, regulations, and policies, as well as familiarity with other FEMA programs (e.g., Individual Assistance, Hermit's Peak Program, etc.).

Benefits

Copperhead offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Eligibility requirements apply.