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Program Manager

The Building People

Billings, MTFull-timeSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Billings, MT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Building People, LLC seeks a full‑time Program Manager to support its Mission Support Services unit, working closely with senior federal government leaders to drive strategy, manage programs, and oversee a multi‑site team delivering onsite government support.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalytical and Problem‑Solving SkillsSupervisory and Leadership SkillsAbility to Work in High‑Paced Stressful EnvironmentMicrosoft Office SuiteDepartment of Commerce Contracts ManagementPredictive Index

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeTen Years Related ExperienceProject Management ExperienceProgram Management ExperiencePersonnel Management Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Experience Required

10 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$ / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Program Manager supporting our Mission Support Services business unit, working closely with senior leaders in the federal government to drive organizational strategy and execute mission critical program management. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with at least 10 years of experience with the federal government or federal partners. The candidate must also have more than 5 years project management, program management, and personnel management experience. This position will be responsible for the management of a team of individuals providing onsite government support across multiple locations in Billings, MT; Huron, South Dakota; Fort Peck, Montana; and Bismarck, North Dakota.

Tasks will include but are not limited to:

The PM shall be responsible for delegating work, training, and ensuring that quality work products are produced within timeframes established by the Contract, the performance work statement, and Contracting Officials.

The PM shall be the focus of interface between government personnel for specific work teams

Coordinates the operation of departments to confirm that assigned programs are completed according to specifications, budgets, and timelines.

Regularly communicates with customers/clients to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.

Responsible for all recruiting and hiring for the project as well as staff management

Regularly communicates with staff and subcontractors to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.

Ensures that customers and/or clients are regularly informed of the status of the program.

Regularly communicates with management regarding the program's status and any problems or potential problems.

Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternate plans.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Demonstrate project management and financial acumen by understanding project profitability and job-costing.

Build and maintain strong client relationships based on credibility, trust, and expertise.

Required Experience & Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Experience managing Department of Commerce contracts a plus

Experience with Predictive Index a plus

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in related field required.

At least ten years of related experience required.

*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Is this a registered apprenticeship?

False

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

915687

Job Type

Full Time

How this job compares

Set against the 11,611 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$120–205K/yr9,187 salary ranges
  • US median$45–58/hr396 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 23 open Program Manager jobs in Montana and 11,611 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Montana
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (9,740 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 4,876 of the 11,611 open Program Manager jobs (42%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 1, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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