The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for
people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt. Advancing data-driven
innovations is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 2,000+ people in over 40 countries working in unison and
focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and
innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We
welcome representative ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means
access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture
allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal
well-being. We create value-driven partnerships around the world, but our
greatest focus is on empowering our employees to advance our mission.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
As the Program Manager, you will provide operational and programmatic leadership
for an upcoming scientific evidence evaluation contract. Working in partnership
with the Principal Investigator, you will oversee contract execution, project
planning, resource management, financial performance, quality processes, and
stakeholder coordination to ensure the successful delivery of systematic
evidence mapping, literature reviews, evidence synthesis, health hazard
assessments, and technical reports. Candidates from the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel
Hill, NC area are preferred in this role.
This role is contingent upon award of the project.
Core Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day management and administration of the contract, ensuring
compliance with contract requirements, performance standards, and reporting
obligations.
Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, staffing plans,
risk registers, and performance metrics across multiple concurrent task
orders and scientific activities.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of scientists, analysts, information
specialists, data managers, and technical support staff to ensure efficient
project execution.
Monitor project budgets, labor utilization, subcontractor performance, and
financial forecasts to support effective resource allocation and contract
profitability.
Establish and oversee quality management processes, ensuring timely
completion of deliverables and adherence to established quality assurance and
quality control procedures.
Lead contract reporting activities, including status reports, performance
dashboards, action-item tracking, meeting coordination, and executive
briefings.
Identify and mitigate program risks, develop corrective action plans, and
implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program performance.
Support implementation of innovative technologies, workflow automation tools,
AI-enabled review processes, and knowledge management systems to improve
operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, federal regulations, data
management requirements, and information security standards.
Serve as the primary operational point of contact for government
representatives regarding schedule, staffing, budget, and contract
performance matters.
What We Value
Bachelor’s degree + 12 years, Master’s degree + 10 years, or PhD + 8 years of
relevant experience.
Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Health Sciences, Public
Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Life Sciences,
or a related discipline.
Minimum of 8 years of experience managing large federal contracts, scientific
research programs, public health initiatives, or evidence-based research
projects.
Demonstrated experience managing complex programs involving multiple
stakeholders, subcontractors, competing priorities, and geographically
dispersed teams.
Experience supporting scientific research, systematic review, evidence
synthesis, environmental health, toxicology, biomedical research, or related
federal programs preferred.
Strong knowledge of federal contract administration, reporting requirements,
quality management systems, and regulatory compliance.
Experience using project management and collaboration tools, data
visualization platforms, and workflow automation technologies.
Outstanding organizational, communication, stakeholder engagement, and
problem-solving skills.
PMP, PgMP, FAC-COR, or comparable project/program management certification
preferred.
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total
rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The
approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible
schedules, and professional development.
Abt Global Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering an
inclusive work environment. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and
comprehensive employee benefits.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately
$109,898 to $175,837 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate
geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market
analysis.
Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of
employment.