Program Manager

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. 

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: West or East, Operations

MATRIX INTERFACES: Construction Operations, Safety/Quality, Finance, HR, IT/Cyber, Legal/Compliance, Preconstruction

LOCATION: Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky (Remote)

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the regional federal portfolio for Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). This role is accountable for program P&L, client satisfaction, and compliance within QGS’s Acquire–Comply–Execute model. The Program Manager drives pursuit conversion, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement to support QGS’s long-term growth objectives. Regular travel to federal projects and partner sites is required.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and key stakeholders, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships for long-term program success.
• Support the Construction Operations team and provide strategic advice, partner in monthly progress review, and stay familiar with required reports.
• Support communication and details for the budget, schedule, and scope of projects while assisting with required documentation
• Own program-level financial performance, including backlog, margin, risk, and cashflow.
  Implement and enforce the QGS stage-gated delivery model from Pursuit → Capture → Award → NTP → Execution → Closeout.
• Guide project level movement between gates only after required compliance artifacts are complete.
• Lead planning and strategy of federal programs to ensure alignment with mission objectives, regulatory requirements, and providing necessary support to Project Management.
• Establish/support Integrated Program Teams (IPTs) that include Operations, Safety/Quality, Finance, Supply Chain, Cyber/IT, and Compliance representatives.
• Drive alignment, resource allocation, and lessons-learned sharing across all active projects.
• Proactively identify and resolve program risks, issues, and bottlenecks in collaboration with DOE representatives and internal teams.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of federal policies, procedures, and priorities to effectively support client missions and program initiatives.
• Ensure all programs comply with federal and corporate governance requirements, including FAR/DFARS flow-downs, DCAA-auditable cost tracking, NIST 800-171 and CUI controls, and ISO 9001 continuous improvement inputs.
• Maintain program awareness and regularly report project status to leadership on regional goals.
• Represent the organization at client meetings, briefings, and site visits throughout the site location.
• Draft reports, presentations, and briefings for executive leadership and federal partners.
• Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and compliance tracking related to DOE-funded projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 10+ years of experience in program management with a strong focus on federal government relationships, including significant engagement with the Department of Energy.
• Equivalent combination of education and significant field experience may be considered
• Proven ability to build and sustain professional relationships with senior-level government officials and internal stakeholders.
• Experience working with construction and/or craft labor project management.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in matrix organizations with functional oversight (Finance, Safety/Quality, HR, Compliance).
• Strong knowledge of DOE operations, program expectations, and federal acquisition processes.
• Ability to travel regularly to local partner sites, teaming events, conferences, and other locations as needed
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, engineering, or a related field required (advanced degree preferred)
• PMP or similar certification is a plus (PMP required within 12 months of hire).
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance; background check required.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with national laboratories, DOE program offices, or energy/environmental initiatives.
• Experience supporting programmatic efforts involving regulatory compliance, research initiatives, or infrastructure modernization.
• Strategic thinking with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 40%

Overnight required: Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stationary Position - Seldom
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
• Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - N/A
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions______________________

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.

WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at ORODRIGUEZ@QUANTAGS.COM

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Our Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Access to mental health support and resources
• Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

• Ongoing training and development programs
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.