At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we serve. Every milestone we achieve helps fund programs, expand services, and create lasting value for the Tribe, making each success a shared one.
For more than 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients globally. From logistics and information technology to cybersecurity and facilities operations, we are united by a single purpose: to generate meaningful economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.
Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve
Subsidiary: KIRA Services
Job Title: Deputy Project Manager
Work Location: Guam
Labor Category: Full-Time | Exempt
Travel: Up to 25%
Pay Rate: $125,000 - $140,000
About the Role
The Deputy Program Manager supports the Program Management Office and is primarily responsible for the day-to-day oversight of operations and facilities maintenance activities. This position supports the Program Manager in the overall lifecycle management, contract execution, and successful delivery of services in accordance with customer requirements, contractual obligations, and company standards.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead day-to-day operations and facilities maintenance activities, ensuring services are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements and performance standards.
- Assume full responsibility for contractor personnel, operations, and service delivery in the absence of the Program Manager.
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring work is properly prioritized, resourced, scheduled, and completed on time.
- Ensure contract performance complies with company policies, government regulations, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Develop, monitor, and track operational performance metrics, service levels, and goals aligned with customer expectations.
- Lead and participate in daily operations meetings, status reviews, and customer engagements, serving as a key operational point of contact.
- Coordinate with supervisors, leads, and technical personnel to prioritize work, allocate resources, and resolve operational issues.
- Monitor maintenance and operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions and process efficiencies.
- Support contract modifications, changes, and operational adjustments to meet evolving customer and mission requirements.
- Assist with budget oversight, cost control, workforce planning, and resource management to ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and other resources.
- Partner with union leadership and workforce representatives to administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and maintain effective labor relations.
- Provide supervisory oversight of personnel, including workforce planning, scheduling, performance, and day-to-day workforce management.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety programs, procedures, and regulatory requirements across all maintenance operations.
- Serve as a primary operational liaison between the workforce, company leadership, and customer to ensure effective communication and seamless service delivery.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing facilities maintenance operations, including preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple building systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
- Experience leading multi-trade teams and managing work order systems, such as CMMS or Maximo, preferably within a government or Base Operations Support (BOS) contract environment.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience managing services on contracts of similar size, scope, type, and complexity, including specialized experience managing multi-function base operations, unaccompanied housing, or facilities management programs.
- Strong working knowledge of the Service Contract Act (SCA), Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Time & Materials (T&M) contracts.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business management, or a related field preferred.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Maximo or other work order management systems preferred.
- Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to the government worksite.
- Valid state-issued driver's license and a safe driving record in accordance with company policy, with the ability to operate company vehicles or equipment as required.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or desk.
- Frequent use of hands for typing, data entry, and handling paperwork.
- Primarily office-based work with regular site visits, field inspections, and interaction with maintenance personnel and active work sites.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely navigate active work sites as required. Duties may include standing, walking, bending, climbing, and other physical activities for extended periods while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to work on-call, alternate, extended, weekend, and holiday schedules as required to support mission and contract requirements.
Why Us?
At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), our work goes beyond delivering exceptional services—we are driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values purpose, performance, and people.
We offer the opportunity to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your contributions directly impact mission success. Our teams are built on collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring you are supported while being challenged to grow.
Join us and be part of a team where your work matters.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- TRICARE Supplemental
- Critical Illness insurance
- Company-Paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
- Optional Long-Term Disability
- Paid Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Seminars
For union represented positions, benefits and leave are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Pre-Employment Screening: All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and 5-panel drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation: If you have a disability or medical condition and require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the designated recruiter so we can provide appropriate assistance.
