Project Manager - T3G | Remote - Colorado

Who is Trace3? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.   Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?   Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.  *This position is remote but will require on-site meetings in Colorado Springs, CO  JOB SUMMARY: The Trace3 Government Program Manager is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of a program to achieve mission-critical goals of the customer and the company. This role ensures programs are executed efficiently, effectively, and in full compliance with the Statement of Work. The Program Manager works collaboratively with Engineering, Sales, Recruiting, colleagues, and customer teams requiring an understanding and familiarity with overall project execution, including budgeting and financial management, contractual compliance, staff augmentation, employee attraction and retention, personnel management, and corporate finance. The Program Manager has responsibility and accountability for the delivery of the project with excellence, high quality and customer satisfaction while obtaining the planned gross profit for Trace3 Government. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with excellent communication skills, a proven ability to manage complex initiatives, and a focus on delivering long-term business outcomes.   SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Lead program execution of assigned statement of work Establish and track program objectives, metrics to evaluate implementation and coordinate with customers for high satisfaction Coordinate with the Engineering Lead for each project to optimize resource allocation for skill requirements for execution while achieving financial goals Develop and monitor budgets for projects and programs, ensuring financial accountability and efficient resource allocation. Represent team to Trace3 leadership or internal stakeholders to ensure issues, questions, and concerns of team members are addressed appropriately. Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Serves as the primary interface and point of contact with government program authorities and representatives on program/project regarding contract growth opportunities Serves as a proactive problem solver – able to adapt to changing priorities quickly Briefs senior leadership on overall health of contract; anticipates any hiccups and provides solutions Assists in transition activities for contract start and completion Develop statements of work and cost estimates, with the help of the engineering team, for potential opportunities Conducts duties and responsibilities with full understanding of clients’ requirements and the relevant policies and regulations Ensure that the project(s) and its personnel maintain the proper direction in fulfillment of the contract scope of work Acts as a POC for the HC Recruiting team for any clarification or feedback related to staff augmentation, anticipated contract growth, current and/or future resourcing needs and timelines Works collaboratively with project team and clients, conducting periodic visits to assess the status of project activities and to contribute to administrative, technical or evaluation work in the field Formulates and enforces work standards, assignments, schedules, and reviews of contract deliverables Provides contract budgets (contract budget modifications, quarterly reports, monthly reports, etc.) to CORs when needed. Ensures the accuracy of all budgetary items presented to the COR Reviews and provides comments on progress reports, work plans and other documents to ensure compliance with company standards and contract requirements   REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Proven ability to lead diverse teams, delegate effectively, and manage conflicts in a matrix environment. Significant, progressively responsible experience in program or project management, a minimum of 7+ years of experience managing complex programs or portfolios Familiarity with the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to brief senior executives and deliver testimony or public pr