Subcontract Program Manager at QTC Management, Inc.

Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) to support our Reserve Health Readiness Program (RHRP).

Who is Leidos QTC Health Services?

We are the nation’s largest provider of disability and occupational health examination services. We are PASSIONATE about our country’s veterans, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. To provide high-quality, timely, and customer-focused medical examination service solutions, we honor our core values of integrity, innovation, agility, collaboration, inclusion and commitment. We celebrate diverse thinking and welcome contributions from all.

What is Reserve Health Readiness Program ?

RHRP provides health readiness support services, such as mental health assessments and post-deployment health reassessments, to the military Reserve Components nationwide and Active Duty Components in remote areas. Health assessments services are performed by group events, in-clinic individual appointments, and by providing call center support.

What part would you play in this mission?

Under the Reserve Health Readiness Program, you will provide technical and programmatic oversight and management of RHRP subcontractors; provide an independent assessment of the subcontractor’s performance, and identify, escalate and resolve subcontractor performance issues with the RHRP Program Manager (PM) and Deputy Program Manager (DPM). The RHRP SPM will focus on ensuring program management discipline and that subcontractors meet the program cost, schedule and performance requirements. In this rewarding role, the SPM is responsible for and manages all phases of the subcontract lifecycle including Request for Proposals (RFPs), development of management plans, negotiation strategy, and subcontract status monitoring and reporting working in conjunction with Leidos QTC Health Services procurement subcontracts administrator(s) and the RHRP program team. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acting as the primary focal point for the subcontractor; briefing the program manager/deputy program manager, customer, and Leidos QTC Health Services management on the subcontractor status and any issues affecting program performance, cost, or schedule
• Primary technical interface with the subcontractor in coordination with the PM/DPM and procurement team
• Represents the subcontractor’s concerns and interests to the PMO
• Interfaces and coordinates between Leidos QTC Health Services, the subcontractor, and other subcontractors
• Objectively determines the subcontractor status relative to technical, schedule, and cost performance to identify issues and ensure the subcontractor takes corrective actions

Competencies:

• Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and understanding of Government procurement processes and regulations
• Experience with Department and Agency level acquisition regulations
• Advanced knowledge of government and commercial subcontract administration
• Strategic thinker with the ability to cultivate relationships at all levels of a company
• Ability to interface confidently and effectively with the organization’s executive leadership
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and SharePoint
• Excellent business acumen and ability to make business based decisions
• Ability to analyze a problem and recommend solutions, problem solving skills required
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and work well under pressure
• Self-motivated and demonstrated sense of urgency

Additional Competencies:

• Vision to understand the entire program scope and the ability to lead and motivate the subcontractor to keep progress moving
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects/activities; detail oriented
• Strong project management and process improvement skills
• Sufficient domain technical knowledge to lead and participate fully in technical interchanges with the subcontractor and communicate customer technical questions and concerns accurately to Leidos technical staff
• Sufficient technical or domain knowledge to oversee and evaluate products/services provided by the subcontractor
• Sufficient technical knowledge to create or understand SOWs, specifications, SDRLs, interfaces, and requirements flow-downs
• Understanding of finance, subcontracting, contracting and contracts types, and schedule
• Understanding of the FAR and other government regulations pertinent to the subcontract
• Understanding of fraud and compliance risk issues
• Task lead management and general managerial experience
• Ability to communicate, build relationships, and gain the subcontractor’s trust
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven capability to lead change in a team environment

Education and/or Experience: (includes certificate & licenses)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred for this position.
• Experience in Managing Projects and Track Record:  Minimum 10 years of successful Project or Program Manager experience. 
• Contracting experience of 5 years preferred 
• Solid experience in administering multiple subcontracts
• Certifications: PMP® or other professional project/program management certification (e.g., DAWIA Level III) required.
• Must be able to successfully pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation

Salary Range: $101,536 - $150,226 

*The Leidos QTC Health Services pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to): geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Commitment to Diversity:

Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, people with disabilities protected under law, and  protected veteran status.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Leidos QTC Health Services, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Experience

• 10 year(s): Subcontract Administration Experience

• 5 year(s): Contracting Experience

Education

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Project Management Prof

Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organization
• Interpersonal
• Computer Literacy
• MS Office

Behaviors

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)