Program Manager

Cherokee Federal

Program Manager leading federal contracts and overseeing teams and initiatives at Cherokee Federal. Driving performance and ensuring alignment with client mission and company goals.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-performing cross-functional teams in alignment with Cherokee Federal’s mission and policies.
Oversee a diverse portfolio of contracts ensuring performance targets for cost, schedule, quality, and innovation are met or exceeded.
Identify and pursue business development opportunities to grow portfolio revenue and market presence.
Provide frequent updates to leadership on pipeline health, contract status, and recapture strategy.
Deliver strategic and tactical project guidance, support proposal development including past performance inputs and reviews.
Maintain strong customer engagement through site visits, relationship management, and performance reporting.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and respond to CPARS; lead corrective action planning.
Develop and manage contract budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
Manage subcontractors, including selection, negotiation, performance metrics, and compliance.
Support staffing needs and talent development across the portfolio.
Collaborate with departments and subject matter experts to ensure aligned execution and resource efficiency.
Adapt plans based on evolving market conditions and client requirements.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience managing federal government contracts; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
PMP certification preferred.
Demonstrated program or portfolio management expertise overseeing multiple contracts or projects simultaneously.
Proven experience in business development, client engagement, and contract recapture.
Strong knowledge of federal acquisition, contract compliance, and performance standards.
Excellent leadership, team building, and communication skills.
Advanced financial management capabilities, including budgeting, invoicing, and variance analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate dynamic, complex environments.
Proposal development experience and familiarity with government proposal processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP systems.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Other possible benefits as provided

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementportfolio managementbusiness developmentcontract compliancefinancial managementbudgetinginvoicingvariance analysisproposal developmentperformance reporting

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildingcommunicationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingcustomer engagementrelationship managementcontinuous improvementadaptabilitycollaboration

Certifications

PMP certification