Program Manager, Fort Rucker, AL

Program Manager

Core Government Services (CGS) is seeking a Program Manager (PM) for our proposed Fort Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex Operations, Maintenance, and Repair Services contract team. As the primary contact for the government and all other stakeholders, the PM is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all contract requirements, including range operations, maintenance, logistics, supply, safety, and administrative functions.

The Fort Rucker Aviation Center of Excellence (CoE) Gunnery Range and Training Complex provides numerous ranges and training areas supporting Program of Instruction (POI) courses, tenant and non-tenant units including Army Reserve and National Guard units, and military or law enforcement units in accomplishing the Commanders' training goals. This Range and Training Complex encompasses roughly 59,730 acres across Dale and Coffee counties North and South of Highway 27.

Per our official contract proposal, CGS will provide personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, other items, and non-personnel services necessary to provide range operations, maintenance, and repair support for Fort Rucker Aviation Center of Excellence Gunnery Range and Training Complex. Our services will assist the U.S. Army in successfully accomplishing the Sustainable Range Program (SRP) mission.

• Aviation Gunnery Range (AGR) targetry
• Range targetry
• Electronic maintenance
• Range computer systems operation
• Range and Training Area Complex maintenance
• Operational support to the Range Operations Center (ROC)
• Range Safety and Operations
• Line of Sight (LOS) and road maintenance
• Aviation Vertical Obstruction Identification (AVOID) support
• Compass Com GPS software operation
• Administrative reporting
• Logistical and sustainment operations for the Range Control Branch

• Meet all mission objectives in accordance with applicable Army regulations, installation policies, and contractual deliverable requirements.
• Provide overall management, planning, coordination, and supervision of all personnel and activities supporting the Fort Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex.
• Serve as the primary interface with the Government for all contract matters, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, performance work statement (PWS), safety standards, and applicable Army regulations.
• Develop and implement work plans, schedules, and priorities to meet mission objectives and training support requirements.
• Oversee financial, administrative, and operational management to ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to budget constraints.
• Monitor quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programs to ensure performance metrics and deliverables meet or exceed contractual standards.
• Lead and supervise subordinate managers, technical leads, and support personnel to maintain high performance and mission readiness.
• Coordinate with Range Control and training units to plan and support live-fire, maneuver, and combined arms exercises.
• Ensure all operations are conducted in accordance with AR 385-63, DA PAM 385-63, and Fort Rucker Range Safety SOPs.
• Manage risk assessments, safety compliance, and environmental protection measures for all operational activities.
• Prepare and submit required reports, deliverables, and performance documentation to the Government in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with installation leadership, contractors, and stakeholders to support long-term operational success.
• Manage our team training requirements included government mandated, OSHA, Fire management, Pesticide / Herbicide licensing, equipment use, vehicle operator licensing, and internal company directed training programs.
• Perform other duties as required to ensure full contract compliance and mission accomplishment.

• Bachelor's degree in management, business administration, engineering, logistics, or a related field.
• 7 or more years of military experience managing operations on U.S. Army installations, government service contracts, preferably in range operations, base support, or maintenance services.
• Knowledge of U.S. Army range operations, safety, logistics, and maintenance requirements.
• Strong understanding of DoD contracting processes, project scheduling, and performance management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior military and civilian personnel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management software tools.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with current DOD Secret Security clearance.

• Master's degree in project management, business administration, or a related discipline.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with Fort Rucker Range Control operations, policies,…