What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Arlo Solutions?
Arlo is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and oversee the execution of administrative and clerical support services for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) and Dam Neck Activity (DNA). The Program Manager will be responsible for ensuring all contractual requirements, deliverables, and performance objectives are met or exceeded. This position requires a seasoned leader with a strong background in managing complex Government contracts, coordinating with Federal stakeholders, and overseeing multidisciplinary administrative teams across multiple locations.
Work Location: HYBRID - Must be able to visit the client site in Dahlgren, VA if needed
Clearance: SECRET Clearance
Responsibilities and/or Success Factors:
- Lead and manage all technical, administrative, and financial aspects of the contract in accordance with Government requirements and corporate policies.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between NSWCDD/DNA Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Government Program Managers, and corporate leadership.
- Provide day-to-day oversight of contract performance, deliverables, schedule, and cost control for all support services at Dahlgren, VA; Dam Neck, VA; and Washington, D.C.
- Ensure compliance with the contract’s Statement of Work (SOW), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD) directives, and Navy policies.
- Supervise and direct a team of administrative and clerical personnel providing secretarial, administrative, and operational support across NSWCDD and DNA sites.
- Coordinate, review, and submit all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables including Monthly Status Reports, Progress Reports, In-Progress Review (IPR) materials, and Mandatory Training Compliance Logs.
- Monitor contract performance metrics, staffing levels, and resource allocations to ensure the program supports concurrent and dynamic project workloads.
- Ensure all contractor activities are performed safely and in compliance with NSWCDD safety, security, and environmental regulations.
- Support process improvement initiatives to optimize administrative support services and drive operational excellence across all contract sites.
- Manage subcontractor and consultant relationships, including invoice reviews and performance monitoring.
- Participate in periodic Task Prioritization Meetings and In-Progress Reviews with the Government to align resources to mission priorities.
Required Qualifications Including Certifications:
- Must be a US Citizen
- Active SECRET Clearance
- A minimum of ten (10) years of program management experience overseeing both the technical and administrative aspects of Government contract performance.
- At least five (5) years of direct experience managing Federal Government programs/contracts.
- Proven experience with contract execution, reporting, and compliance, including oversight of schedules, deliverables, and budgets.
- Experience providing administrative oversight of contractual matters and serving as a key liaison between the customer and corporate leadership.
- Demonstrated success managing personnel and resources to support multiple simultaneous projects or workstreams.
- Extensive knowledge of DoD, Navy, and Government administrative processes, regulations, and security policies.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Navy ERP or similar Government enterprise resource planning systems is preferred
