Senior Program Manager - Bid Oversight

Job Description Are you an accomplished Program Manager with a passion for driving successful project outcomes? We are on the lookout for a dynamic individual to spearhead our Bid Management initiatives. In this role, you will manage the financial performance and operational aspects of projects while maintaining compliance and ensuring a high level of service and satisfaction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee and optimize the financial performance of projects, focusing on budgeting and analyzing profit and loss statements to meet or exceed financial targets. Manage daily operations and facilitate effective project planning activities. Lead large-scale multi-project programs by effectively planning, organizing, staffing, and controlling program activities to achieve objectives. Create, implement, and adapt project work plans to respond to evolving needs and requirements. Assign individual responsibilities, identifying the necessary resources for each project. Develop and maintain comprehensive resource allocation plans for all projects. Establish project baselines and track actual metrics for historical analysis and forecasting. Review team deliverables prior to submission to management and clients. Apply PMI methodology rigorously and enforce project standards consistently across all initiatives. Prepare for engagement reviews and ensure quality assurance procedures are in place. Minimize project risk exposure and effectively communicate relevant information to stakeholders. Promptly resolve and escalate project issues, considering their impact. Ensure complete, current, and properly stored project documentation. Track lessons learned and implement actionable improvements in subsequent projects. Oversee project closure processes effectively to ensure smooth transitions. Provide guidance and feedback to supervise staff performance. Act as a liaison with assigned vendors, managing their performance and compliance with service level agreements. Participate actively in drafting vendor contracts, change requests, and statements of work. Lead teams focused on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and outcomes. Contract & Operational Management Manage the daily operational oversight of contract requirements for the Hiring Center. Serve as the primary contact for the Hiring Center, ensuring continuity during your absence. Ensure compliance with services, processes, and deliverables as outlined in the statement of work and relevant government regulations. Monitor suppliers to guarantee the availability and adequacy of specimen collection kits and other supplies. Ensure government-approved testing sites are staffed with trained, qualified personnel to meet demand. Address and resolve all employee and candidate complaints in collaboration with the Contracting Officer's Representative. Training, Quality Assurance & Compliance Conduct training and quality assurance visits to all approved testing sites to uphold standards. Monitor performance to ensure adherence to the SOW and Test Administrator Manuals. Distribute updated materials reflecting protocol changes from the Contracting Officer's Representative. Prepare and submit monthly reports on training and compliance for review. Stakeholder & Client Engagement Attend meetings with representatives to discuss project issues, performance metrics, and updates. Foster timely communication and collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and government stakeholders for enhanced synergy. Program Administration Coordinate workflows, schedules, and resource allocation across multiple sites effectively. Support transition planning for new staff by providing candidate resumes to the Contracting Officer's Representative. Ensure the contract is fully staffed and operates efficiently to meet all service-level commitments. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in a related field. 7-10 years of relevant experience required. 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in health services or operational settings. 2 years of experience in medical service-related programs, such as drug testing. A proven track record of managing clinic or health program operations. Experience overseeing geographically dispersed teams and subcontractors. Preferred experience with federal health programs or fitness-testing operations. Strong project management and leadership capabilities. Exceptional communication and customer service skills. Proficient in managing operational workflows effectively. Strong compliance reporting and documentation proficiency. Professional interaction with stakeholders and internal leadership. Willingness to travel as needed for testing sites and meetings. EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is competitive and based on various factors including job location, education, training, experience, and internal pay alignment. Our total compensation package includes health benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Annual salary ranges from $110,000 to $150,000. Salary history will not influence compensation decisions, and we comply with all regulatory salary thresholds. Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations for individuals needing assistance during the employment process due to any disability or medical condition.

Created: 2026-03-10