Program/Project Manager (Navy/DoD)

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a mid-level Program/Project Manager to support Navy and Department of Defense (DOD) programs in Virginia Beach, VA. The PM will oversee contractor activities across one or more government contracts. An ideal candidate will possess management/leadership experience with Navy, DOD, and other federal equivalent programs, as contractor, government civilian, or active military. This position will fulfill overall contract management duties, including overseeing personnel & tasking, maintaining customer relationships, managing products & deliverables, and providing financial data tracking.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Lead overall program/project execution for one or more government programs, while ensuring completion of tasking and contractual requirements as efficiently and effectively as possible.
• Develop and adhere to delivery schedules and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to ensure customer deliverables and reporting requirements are met and to delegate/coordinate work within the project. Monitor progress and performance against these plans.
• Manage and coordinate direct and indirect employees supporting contract execution and THOR corporate activities.
• Evaluate and approve decisions that substantially impact the scope, budget, or schedule of the program.
• Regularly review status of the program and customer deliverables with internal and external stakeholders.
• Track program financial data, manage program invoicing and funding, and generate reports.
• Continually interface with Government customers on a working level to ensure quality and expectations are met, and proper procedures are followed per the customer’s instructions.

Location: Hybrid. At least 2-3 days/week onsite at THOR’s Virginia Beach, VA office. Remaining time can be remote.

Travel: Up to 10% travel is anticipated, including travel to other THOR or customer locations.  

Security Clearance Eligibility Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must either already possess an active or interim Secret security clearance (highly preferred); OR be eligible for a new Secret security clearance prior to start.

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Some direct-reporting personnel work in warehouse, industrial, waterfront, or shipboard locations. Supervisory functions will require visiting and traversing these locations.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline.
  • In lieu of a relevant Bachelor’s degree, other combinations of relevant credentials may be considered such as: a lesser degree, a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, additional years of management experience, or additional years of military leadership experience.
• At least five (5) years, and ideally at least ten (10) years, of progressive, relevant business and program/project management experience. Ideal experience will have been obtained by managing Navy or Coast Guard programs/projects (or other DOD equivalent programs/projects). Examples of ideal experience include:
  • Operating a portfolio of DoD and/or Maritime (e.g., Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command) programs in services-based environments comprised of multiple contract types (e.g., CPFF, CPIF, FFP, T&M).
  • Performing personnel and/or project leadership roles while serving in the military.
  • Managing and growing all aspects of a business unit successfully, including customers, people, programs, financials, and new business.
  • Working and negotiating with customers to secure program portfolio growth through modifications, re-competes, takeaways, and new business.
  • Experience leading a geographically distributed workforce supporting a diverse set of technical requirements in multiple disciplines and markets.
  • Engaging daily with company C-Suite and extensive experience with military, government, and contractor senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience managing and directing diverse task teams in a dynamic environment.
• Experience developing project schedules, performing resource planning, and monitoring and tracking tasks and expenditures against baseline budgets.
• Experience interacting with Government customers and contractor/subcontractor peers to maintain smooth operation of programs/contracts.
• Experience or skills that demonstrate the ability to work as part of a large team using various forms of technology (e.g., phone, email, Microsoft Teams).
• Proficient with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong interpersonal & leadership skills, and the ability to work with & oversee a team of peers and subordinates.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources and ID Theft benefits
• Employee Assistant and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

If you would like to view a copy of THOR’s affirmative action plan, please email recruiting@thorsolutions.us.