Job Description:

TRISTAR (Tri Star Engineering, Inc.)Apply for position at: US IN-CraneEmployee Type: Full-Time/ ExemptTravel Required: Yes - OccasionallyRelocation Accommodation: Yes - Assistance AvailableApproximate Start Date: Upon Suitable Candidate SelectionPosting Close: Upon Suitable Candidate SelectionTRISTAR is seeking a Senior Program Manager for our upcoming government customer in Crane, IN - Relocation Assistance is AvailablePosition Description:The Senior Program Manager will manage a multi-vendor team in support of a Navy program with over $$M per year in revenue. Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance to achieve performance metrics and customer requirements defined in the contract. Effective in communications with NSWC Crane management, and senior management or TRISTAR and subcontract partners. Knowledge of effective management strategies. Ability to interface with TRISTAR Project Control Analyst staff to provide the customer with accurate cost and schedule performance informationPosition Responsibilities:Responsible for managing DoD contract and personnelServe as the primary point of contact for the Government on all items relating to contract administrationCollaborate with the customer to build expert consensus regarding areas requiring process improvement and recommended solutions for identified areas requiring improvement.Develop innovative approaches for managing continuous stream of work with the ability to handle changing priorities and implement innovative ideas to improve customer program operations in terms of cost, quality, efficiency and/or overall performanceDevelop a performance measurements framework and facilitate a feedback system focused on customer service, communication, and technical skillsDevelop information for decision briefs for senior leadership to use in making decisions on recommended solutions and areas requiring process improvement within the program, process, and executionEstablish strong relationships with key government stakeholders and create convergence by demonstrating credibility, empathy and expertise on business and technical issues.Develop workload schedules and projections to monitor statusCoordinates with all corporate departments for support as need to meet contract requirementsAttends In-Progress Review meetings as requiredMust work in coordination with Contracts department as it pertains to any issues on contractGenerates and Monitors workload schedules on projectsReports periodically ( or as required by the contract) funding status, including projected expenditure ratesPosition Requirements:Experience as Senior PM with Navy Seaport Contracts supporting Engineering, AIT Services, Logistics Management, and Technical ServicesExperience performing supervisory functions such as time approvals for charging; expense reports, and travel plans; employee performance coaching and feedback; salary administration; and staffing functionsAbility to prepare and conduct presentations of a technical natureAbility to work independently and collaborativelyMust be able manage a diverse team of technical and development personnel, management, business customers, and vendors in a constructive and effective mannerProject and workflow management skillsMUST be a US CitizenMust possess active DoD Secret ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Previous experience working as a DoD contractorPrevious experience and expertise managing Engineering, AIT Services and Logistics contracts highly desirablePMP Certification desirableEducation and Certifications:BA or BS degreeCOVID Policy: TRISTAR does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed in accordance with contract when work is performed at a customer site.TRISTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status