[Remote] Program Manager, Federal Programs

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bowman Consulting is an architecture, engineering, and construction services company. The Program Manager, Federal Programs will lead government-funded AEC projects from initiation through closeout, managing execution, budgets, contracts, compliance, risks, and client relationships. The role also supports business development, multidisciplinary team leadership, and strategic program 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 indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic
• Mobility around an office environment
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Partially outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• 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
• Ability to effectively lead multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to work independently and make sound business decisions
• Exceptional client relationship management skills
• Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and compliance obligations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and project planning capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple contracts, task orders, and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills
• Ability to negotiate and resolve complex project issues
• Ability to analyze project metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective actions
• Ability to influence stakeholders and facilitate agreement among diverse interests
• Strong understanding of risk management principles
• 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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