Corner Alliance
Future Opportunity: Senior Strategic Program Manager - Top Secret Clearance
Corner Alliance, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Future Opportunity: Senior Strategic Program Manager - Top Secret Clearance
Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a
Program Manager
with
10+ years of experience
to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.
About the Role:
As a Senior Strategic Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of dedicated consultants to support a Federal government client with responsibilities spanning: client and stakeholder relationship management; team and performance management; strategic communications, tasking, project planning, execution, and monitoring; and contract and financial management. The successful Program Manager will be able to effectively marshal the efforts of a large team, respond to and prioritize planned and ad‑hoc requests from the client, and maintain transparent communications with the team, the client, and the home office.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Quickly establish, develop, and foster positive rapport with federal government clients in a professional, collaborative, and creative environment.
Manage the progress of contractor performance on all tasks and ensure the provision of quality and timely deliverables.
Manage the progress of sub‑contractor performance on all tasks and ensure the provision of quality and timely deliverables.
Establish, implement, and maintain technical management and oversight of all work, ensuring technical excellence, cost‑effectiveness, and timeliness of all deliverables.
Ensure all contractor personnel have sufficient training and resources required to carry out their duties.
Drive collaboration and ensure cohesiveness of the complete team.
Manage a consulting team’s daily activities and provide career development for team members.
Provide strategic management, program management, and project management through the lens of the triple constraint while incorporating a ‘total quality management’ approach to support high‑impact results.
Expertly facilitate internal and client‑facing meetings.
Represent senior executives in a high‑profile government agency both internally and externally to drive successful outcomes.
Manage and identify efficiencies or tools to improve existing/new organizational processes.
Evolve into a subject matter expert and master the required skills.
Lead the development of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Maintain a strong connection to home office, even while on client site, and model this for the rest of the team.
Carry out our commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive.
Location:
You will work as part of a hybrid team in the Washington, DC metro area.
Required Experience/Skills:
BA/BS degree and 10+ years of experience in project management.
Comfortable working at a strategic level while producing high‑quality client deliverables.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced highly collaborative environment.
Previous experience managing a portfolio of projects with a ‘total quality management’ approach.
At least 5 years of experience managing people, including career planning, providing feedback, and performance reviews.
Strong leadership acumen with a successful track record leading diverse teams in complex environments.
Direct experience working on a daily (face‑to‑face) basis to advise senior‑level clients.
Creative thinker with the ability to translate complex information into manageable pieces.
Receptive to all forms of feedback from clients and colleagues, and proactive in making changes.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Skilled in problem‑solving with a flexible approach toward stakeholders.
Demonstrates an unflappable attitude even when faced with changes or adversity.
Must have an active Top Secret Clearance.
Preferred Experience/Skills:
PMP Certification.
About Us:
Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full‑time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2‑5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all‑hands update meetings, annual in‑person all‑hands team‑building day and evening out, regular check‑ins for professional growth goals, semi‑monthly one‑on‑one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.
Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance, please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com. Corner Alliance participates in the E‑verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.
Approximate Salary Estimate: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 annually. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
Veteran Self‑Identification:
A “disabled veteran” is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.
A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three‑year period beginning on the date of such veteran’s discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
An “active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
An “Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.
Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Mental health conditions, for example depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
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Program Manager
with
10+ years of experience
to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.
About the Role:
As a Senior Strategic Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of dedicated consultants to support a Federal government client with responsibilities spanning: client and stakeholder relationship management; team and performance management; strategic communications, tasking, project planning, execution, and monitoring; and contract and financial management. The successful Program Manager will be able to effectively marshal the efforts of a large team, respond to and prioritize planned and ad‑hoc requests from the client, and maintain transparent communications with the team, the client, and the home office.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Quickly establish, develop, and foster positive rapport with federal government clients in a professional, collaborative, and creative environment.
Manage the progress of contractor performance on all tasks and ensure the provision of quality and timely deliverables.
Manage the progress of sub‑contractor performance on all tasks and ensure the provision of quality and timely deliverables.
Establish, implement, and maintain technical management and oversight of all work, ensuring technical excellence, cost‑effectiveness, and timeliness of all deliverables.
Ensure all contractor personnel have sufficient training and resources required to carry out their duties.
Drive collaboration and ensure cohesiveness of the complete team.
Manage a consulting team’s daily activities and provide career development for team members.
Provide strategic management, program management, and project management through the lens of the triple constraint while incorporating a ‘total quality management’ approach to support high‑impact results.
Expertly facilitate internal and client‑facing meetings.
Represent senior executives in a high‑profile government agency both internally and externally to drive successful outcomes.
Manage and identify efficiencies or tools to improve existing/new organizational processes.
Evolve into a subject matter expert and master the required skills.
Lead the development of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Maintain a strong connection to home office, even while on client site, and model this for the rest of the team.
Carry out our commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive.
Location:
You will work as part of a hybrid team in the Washington, DC metro area.
Required Experience/Skills:
BA/BS degree and 10+ years of experience in project management.
Comfortable working at a strategic level while producing high‑quality client deliverables.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced highly collaborative environment.
Previous experience managing a portfolio of projects with a ‘total quality management’ approach.
At least 5 years of experience managing people, including career planning, providing feedback, and performance reviews.
Strong leadership acumen with a successful track record leading diverse teams in complex environments.
Direct experience working on a daily (face‑to‑face) basis to advise senior‑level clients.
Creative thinker with the ability to translate complex information into manageable pieces.
Receptive to all forms of feedback from clients and colleagues, and proactive in making changes.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Skilled in problem‑solving with a flexible approach toward stakeholders.
Demonstrates an unflappable attitude even when faced with changes or adversity.
Must have an active Top Secret Clearance.
Preferred Experience/Skills:
PMP Certification.
About Us:
Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full‑time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2‑5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all‑hands update meetings, annual in‑person all‑hands team‑building day and evening out, regular check‑ins for professional growth goals, semi‑monthly one‑on‑one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.
Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance, please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com. Corner Alliance participates in the E‑verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.
Approximate Salary Estimate: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 annually. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
Veteran Self‑Identification:
A “disabled veteran” is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.
A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three‑year period beginning on the date of such veteran’s discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
An “active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
An “Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.
Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Mental health conditions, for example depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
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