Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. (CPC) is seeking an experienced and qualified Program Manager (PM) to join our team in San Diego, CA. Reporting to the VP of Operations, provides direct contract and personnel management and oversight of daily operations in support of multiple contracts. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the daily execution of DOD and Government marine science contract requirements to ensure that cost, schedules and performance goals are achieved.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident.
• Perform variance analyses of schedule and cost on a formal and informal basis. 
• Assure contract requirements are satisfied in accordance with appropriate Government regulations and Company policies and procedures.
• Prepare for and participate in contract/subcontract negotiations. 
• Manage personnel recruiting and retention efforts, including new job postings, hiring of new employees, and performance reviews for existing employees.
• Track contract and awarded Task Order financials, especially burndown analysis.
• Prepare and submit Monthly Progress Reports. 
• Assist with bid and proposal activities, including technical writing.
• Manage employees’ purchase and travel requests through the appropriate contract’s approval workflow, from initial request from the employee to final authorization from the Government and actual expense claim by the employee.
• Review weekly timecard submittals by employees to ensure timely, accurate record keeping.
• Source and manage vendors and sub-contractors necessary to support the scope of contracts, including, but not limited to, sub-contractors for boat repairs when the vessels are in a shipyard. 
• Lead regular conference calls and other remote collaboration communication efforts with employees and colleagues to disseminate important company information and promote cross-communication and collaboration among remote work groups.
• Regularly check-in with clients to ensure continuous improvement of the company’s efforts and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two-plus years of experience in program management, particularly in support of Federal Government contracts.
• Ten-plus years of experience in maritime operations and/or scientific operations is desired.
• Experience with vessel/small craft management, repairs, and modifications is a plus. 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel, including pivot tables, what-if queries, basic macros, charting and data visualization, conditional formatting, and building advanced formulas.
• Ability to manage time effectively, maintain schedules to meet deadlines, and work well within a team environment. Keen organization skills and attention to detail are important to success in this role.
• Must be extremely responsive to customer queries and feedback.
• Superior interpersonal skills to effectively function in lead roles, train others on system and/or procedures, and conduct meetings.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

AAP/EEO Statement

CPC is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.