Program Manager

Our client, a privately held firm supporting the Department of Defense, is looking to add a dynamic Program Manager to their growing team.The Program Manager will report to the CEO leading programs through successful completion with full accountability for cost, quality, and delivery. This individual will serve as a key point of contact for customers, executive leadership, and internal teams while overseeing planning, execution, forecasting, reporting, and overall program performance.Position: Program ManagerLocation: Colorado Springs, COWork Setting: On-site, Full-TimeSalary: $130,000 - $150,000Why would someone want to work for our client? Our client supporting the Department of Defense offers the opportunity to work on meaningful, mission-driven programs that directly support national security and advanced defense technology. This is an organization where innovation, quality, and operational excellence matter. Professionals who enjoy working in a highly collaborative environment with direct visibility to executive leadership will value the impact they can make here.This role is especially attractive to candidates who want to be part of a growing organization where they can influence outcomes, lead critical programs, and contribute to long-term business growth. The culture reflects a strong sense of accountability, teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement.What is great about our client and its culture?Employees are trusted to lead, solve problems, and help drive results in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.In addition to meaningful work, the organization offers a strong benefits package, a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, employer-supported medical and dental coverage, 401(k) contributions, paid holidays, floating holidays, and generous PTO.What you will be doing as the Program ManagerManage all phases of programs from inception through completionOversee cost, schedule, and technical performance across multiple programsEstablish milestones and monitor adherence to schedulesIdentify program issues and implement solutions related to resources, timing, and contractual scopeCommunicate program expectations, priorities and goals to leadership and program teamsTrack program progress and lead internal status meetingsProvide direction to teams to mitigate risk and maintain performance objectivesDefine program scope and objectives in partnership with functional leadershipDevelop and monitor work plans, schedules, estimates, resource plans, and status reportsServe as liaison across Operations, Production, Development, and Executive LeadershipAssess workflows, business requirements, financials, communications, and process effectivenessSupport business growth through new opportunities and expanded customer product linesRecommend cost-effective solutions to resolve challenges and maximize opportunitiesSupport execution from concept through final implementation, including testing, operational readiness, and logistical supportWhat you will need to be successful as the Program ManagerBachelor's degree required5+ years of Program Management experience preferred3+ years of Department of Defense Program Management experience, or equivalent, preferredAbility to acquire a U.S. Security Clearance is requiredPMP or PgMP certification highly preferredStrong knowledge of program and product management techniquesProficiency with Microsoft Project or similar planning softwareExperience managing Statements of Work and specificationsStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning, organization, presentation, and problem-solving skillsProven leadership ability in collaboration, decision-making, adaptability, conflict resolution, risk management, and process improvementPrior relevant industry and product knowledge preferredAdditional Requirements:Must be willing to work on-siteU.S. Citizenship required, No dual citizenshipMust pass a 10-panel drug screeningDomestic travel up to 20%Financial Talent Group provides equal employment and recruiting opportunities to all employees, applicants, and recruits for employment for Financial Talent Group and in recruiting employees for its clients, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Created: 2026-05-09