Business Manager

Maximus

Business Manager overseeing operations, finances, vendors, and compliance for Maximus’s POTFF human-performance defense program. Supporting Special Operations Forces readiness through disciplined program execution.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,000 - $189,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in program management, financial oversight, and compliance within regulated environments, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and managing project risks. Proficient in developing operational metrics and maintaining stakeholder relationships to ensure project success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementFinancial OversightResource PlanningPMP CertificationFederal Contracting Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

BudgetingCost ControlResource PlanningPerformance Metrics DevelopmentProject Work PlansQuality Assurance ProceduresRisk ManagementContract AdministrationOperational ReportingCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office ApplicationsBusiness Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationActive U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

DefenseGovernmentRegulated EnvironmentsUSSOCOMPOTFFFARDFARSSpecial Operations ForcesHuman PerformanceBehavioral Health

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects and scopes, including planning activities and artifacts
Oversee large multi-project programs, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling activities
Create and execute project work plans and revise them as needed
Identify resources and assign responsibilities
Develop and maintain master and individual resource plans and project documents
Baseline projects and capture actual metrics for historical metrics and Level of Effort forecasting
Review team deliverables before submission to management and customers
Apply PMI methodology and enforce project standards
Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures
Minimize project risk exposure
Communicate project information to management, stakeholders, and customers
Resolve or escalate issues
Ensure project documents are complete, current, and properly stored
Track and apply lessons learned
Close out projects properly
Supervise staff and provide direction, input, and performance feedback
Prioritize workloads and resolve issues as an escalation point
Liaise with vendors, including performance and SLA monitoring and supporting system and business process changes
Participate in drafting vendor contracts, addendums, SOWs, RFPs/RFIs, change requests, and requirements
Lead continuous improvement teams
Oversee POTFF program or assigned-site business operations
Partner with Finance on budgets, forecasts, expenditures, staffing, training investments, and facilities
Coordinate activities across human performance domains
Supervise administrative and clerical personnel, schedules, onboarding, and training
Monitor contract, regulatory, safety, security, and company-policy compliance
Coordinate vendor activities and procurement
Maintain relationships with government customers, program leadership, functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders
Develop operational metrics, reports, and performance indicators
Identify operational risks and support corrective actions and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree
7–10 years of relevant professional experience required
Minimum five years of experience in program management, contract administration, business operations, or related work in defense, government, or complex regulated environments
Experience with budgeting, financial oversight, resource planning, procurement, and cost control
Experience supervising staff and coordinating cross-functional teams
Working knowledge of federal contracting and applicable compliance requirements
Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and business reporting tools
U.S. citizenship required
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain one
Advanced degree in business administration, public administration, public health, or related field preferred
Experience supporting Special Operations Forces, military readiness, human performance, behavioral health, or physical readiness programs preferred
Knowledge of USSOCOM and POTFF mission priorities preferred
Experience with FAR or DFARS preferred
Experience developing performance metrics and executive-level operational reports preferred
PMP or other relevant certification preferred
Active Department of Defense Secret or higher-level clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work/life balance support with flexibility
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans
Partially funded HSA
Life Insurance
Additional insurance discounts
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
PTO
Paid holidays
Extended sick leave
Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee recognition programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts & Perks
Wellness Programs & Resources
Training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities
Coverage of costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications