Program Manager - Science and Technical Support Services

About Heartland Federal Joint Venture Heartland Federal Joint Venture (HFJV) is an SBA 8(a)-certified, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with over 20 years of combined expertise in public and private sectors. HFJV delivers high-impact solutions tailored to federal science and technical support needs. Our core competencies include Program Management, Data and Information Management, IT and Geospatial Applications, Research Support, Strategic Consulting, Human Capital Solutions, and Organizational Development-aligned with priorities like coastal adaptation, invasive species mitigation, climate-sensitive landscapes, future water scenarios, and data integration for hazards research and critical minerals discovery.

Job Summary As the Program Manager (PM) for HFJV's USGS Science and Technical Support Services contract, you will oversee a dynamic team providing research, data management, geospatial applications, and technical project management across the Southeast Region. With full authority over contract execution, you will ensure compliance with IDIQ task orders, minimize operational disruptions, and advance USGS goals in natural resources and environmental science.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead contract performance and administration, including task order scoping, personnel management (hiring, promotions, discipline), subcontract oversight, and resource allocation.
• Partner with USGS CORs and TOMs to define requirements, create task plans, assign resources, and track progress via in-person and virtual meetings.
• Guarantee on-time, on-budget deliverables, compiling TO data for comprehensive reporting on progress, finances, and quality metrics.
• Manage risks and resolve issues across multi-site locations (e.g., Florida, Louisiana, Missouri), applying PMBoK principles for seamless operations.
• Build and maintain a skilled workforce, optimizing talent mixes and driving retention through competitive benefits and training programs.
• Facilitate stakeholder communications, escalate concerns, and integrate best practices from federal projects (e.g., environmental data initiatives).
• Perform quality assurance and evaluations to meet ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Level 3 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Project Management, or related; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years managing federal contracts in science/technical fields, with 5+ years on IDIQs (e.g., natural resources or geospatial support).
• Experience leading dispersed teams (10+ FTEs) in multi-location environments.
• Knowledge of FAR, SCA, and federal compliance; PMP certification a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; U.S. citizenship required for potential background checks.
• Ability to travel to Southeast sites as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
• Flexible hybrid work, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
• Join a diverse, mission-driven team advancing federal science initiatives.

HFJV is an equal opportunity employer. Apply via our website or job boards with resume and cover letter.