Program Manager - USDA Forest Service Fire & Aviation Management Support

ELYON International • Contract • Washington, DC, US • $55 - $65 / hour • 1w ago

The Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact between the contractor and the USDA Forest Service Washington Office Fire and Aviation Management (WO FAM) team. This role is responsible for administering the contract, managing deliverables, and providing strategic advisory support to government program managers on project cost, schedule, and performance matters.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as primary liaison with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)
Administer and manage all contract activities, deliverables, and reporting requirements
Maintain project cost, schedule, and performance data
Meet regularly with government program managers to advise on deliverables and project issues
Facilitate overall strategy development at the project and program levels
Coordinate travel authorizations and ensure compliance with Federal Travel Regulations
Prepare and submit invoices through the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)
Ensure all deliverables are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule and within budgetSupport the Executive Consultant in coordinating with senior FAM leadership

Minimum Qualifications

One year of PM experience
Must have demonstrated ability in effective oral and written communication, planning, leadership, and operational skills.
Experience/Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and minimum of five (5) years of progressive program/project management experience or a combination of an associate degree and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a related field.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Federal contracting experience - Understanding of FAR, contract types, and government invoicing processes
USDA/USFS familiarity - Prior work with USDA agencies strongly preferred
PMP or equivalent certification - Demonstrates formal project management training
Strong written and oral communication - Required per SOW; must brief government leadership effectively
Planning and organizational skills - Managing multiple deliverables and stakeholders simultaneously
Leadership ability - Coordinating between contractor staff and government personnel
Proficiency with federal systems - Experience with IPP, SAM.gov, and government collaboration tools
Security clearance eligibility - Ability to pass USDA background investigation

*Contingent upon awarding of contract

Only shortlisted candidates are going to be contacted

Benefits:

Paid sick leave, Medical/Dental (optional), 401 (k) Retirement Plan (optional), Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Optional Life Insurance.

ELYON International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.