Program Manager (Project Management)

KMEA is a project management, environmental, energy, engineering and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering, scientific, and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country KMEAs award-winning services include Major Program Management, Environmental Remediation, Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services, Energy, Engineering (A/E), Sustainability, Staff Augmentation and Third-party Inspection Services. Our firm is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in support of mission-critical programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.

We are seeking a Southern California-based Program Manager with a strong Air Force or Department of Defense (DoD) background to lead the delivery of multiple design and construction inspection Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Architect-Engineer (A/E) Task Orders in direct support of Vandenberg Space Force Base. This is a management position reporting directly to the Executive Vice President and will serve as a key client service lead, overseeing both technical execution and stakeholder relationships.

This hybrid position is based in Santa Barbara County, California, with an expectation of working at Vandenberg Space Force Base on occasion and as needed. Travel is anticipated approximately ten percent of the time.

Main Responsibilities:
Lead the successful execution of multiple Architect-Engineer (A/E) task orders supporting Vandenberg Space Force Base, serving as the primary client liaison to ensure contract compliance, client satisfaction, and high-quality performance.
Coordinate internal teams, joint venture (JV) partners, subconsultants, and third-party vendors to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
Supervise on-site personnel, including construction inspectors, ensuring adherence to project standards, company policies, and safety protocols.
Oversee all aspects of task order lifecyclefrom proposal development and pricing strategy to work plan execution and performance monitoring.
Lead proposal efforts and capture strategies for new opportunities at and around Vandenberg, leveraging internal capabilities and strategic partnerships.
Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules in collaboration with federal stakeholders; ensure technical feasibility and alignment with mission requirements.
Track project progress using appropriate tools and systems; manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs using established verification techniques.
Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive risk management strategies and escalation protocols.
Prepare and present regular briefings and performance updates to both clients and senior leadership.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation in accordance with contract, corporate, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable DoD, federal, and company standards, including Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) guidelines.
Contribute to strategic planning and company growth by identifying new opportunities and supporting initiatives within the Strategic Programs group.