[Remote] Program Manager, Federal Programs

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bowman Consulting is a professional services firm committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure and project solutions. The Program Manager, Federal Programs will lead federally funded AEC projects from initiation through closeout, managing execution, budgets, contracts, compliance, risks, and client relationships. The role also provides team leadership, supports business development, and drives successful project delivery and strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform work under limited supervision requiring the exercise of independent judgment, decision-making, and discretion
• Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and technical staff
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal leadership and project teams regarding project execution, contract requirements, and risk management
• Foster collaboration across offices, disciplines, and client organizations to ensure successful project outcomes
• Mentor and develop project team members to strengthen project management capabilities and support succession planning
• Manage federal contracts and task orders from project initiation through closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact for federal agencies, contracting officers, contracting officer representatives (CORs), program managers, and other stakeholders
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, proposal development, pursuit strategy, and contract capture activities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with federal, state, and local government clients
• Ensure adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency-specific requirements, contract provisions, and company policies
• Coordinate with finance, contracts, legal, procurement, quality, and technical teams to support project delivery and compliance
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect company interests and project performance
• Manage all phases of AEC projects including planning, scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Develop project management plans, quality plans, communication plans, and risk management strategies
• Lead project kickoff meetings and maintain regular communication with clients and project teams
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, labor utilization, subcontractors, and resource allocations to achieve financial objectives
• Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client satisfaction
• Review and approve project deliverables for compliance with contract requirements and quality standards
• Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams including engineering, surveying, planning, environmental, and construction management personnel
• Manage subcontractor and consultant performance, contract compliance, and invoicing
• Prepare and review project status reports, progress reports, invoices, staffing plans, and earned value metrics as required
• Support preparation of cost estimates, fee proposals, technical approaches, and project execution strategies for new opportunities
• Identify and resolve project issues proactively, escalating concerns as necessary
• Ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements, cybersecurity requirements, quality management standards, and project documentation requirements
• Conduct project reviews and lessons learned sessions to support continuous improvement
• Participate in client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations to strengthen client relationships and promote company capabilities
• Support program management initiatives and strategic growth objectives as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Planning, or related field required
• Fifteen (15+) or more years of progressive project management experience within the AEC industry
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing federal government contracts and projects
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and federal contracting practices
• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and earned value management principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances if required by contract
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder
• Demonstrated experience managing projects for agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, FHWA, FAA, FEMA, DoD, DOE, USFS, NPS, or other federal agencies preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or other relevant professional licensure preferred
• Experience managing contracts, task orders, IDIQ contracts, MATOCs, or similar federal contract vehicles preferred
• Experience with project management and scheduling software preferred

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

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