Assistant Program Manager at Oceaneering

Department: General Project Management

Compensation · Listed in posting

$80,600 – $121,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Hanover, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

Description

The Assistant Program Manager assists the Project Manager with coordinating project execution, scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, change control, stakeholder communication, deliverables, and corrective actions. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2–3 years of project management experience in a technical field, stakeholder experience in a projectized matrix environment, and PMP/CAPM certification or achievement within three years. The position is hybrid, requires commuting to a designated office, and offers an annual pay range of $80,600 to $121,000.

Required Skills

Project controls
Cost estimating
Schedule management
Configuration management
Risk management
Microsoft Office
Excel
P6/EVMS
Technical writing

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
Required Previous Experiences: 2–3 years of project management experience tracking and planning projects in a technical field.
2–3 years of experience working with business stakeholders in a projectized matrix environment.
Preferred Qualifications: PMP/CAPM certification or achievement within three years.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Strong technical writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to interpret technical schedules, cost data, and performance metrics.
Ability to interface with customers for project execution.
Reliable team player with time-management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to support technical reviews of documentation deliverables.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and large data sets.
Knowledge of P6, EVMS, MS Project, contract comprehension, FAR/DFAR, and CAD software.
Experience with EVM tools such as Cobra, Empower, OpenPlan, Primavera, or MS Project.
Exposure to DCMA EVMS guidelines, IPMDAR/IPMR reporting, or DoD/FAA/NASA program environments.
Familiarity with risk management, subcontractor integration, or configuration and change control.
Experience supporting IBRs, surveillance reviews, or PMRs.
Understanding of WBS, OBS, control accounts, work packages, and resource planning.