External Project and Program Management Associate II

Carlsbad, CA, US Until 10/3/2026 First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description
Primary Purpose
Contributes to successful project outcomes by coordinating logistics, monitoring progress against contractual milestones, and maintaining accurate records for regulatory and client audits.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Plans and monitors external client projects to ensure deliverables meet agreed specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Coordinates resources and schedules across internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to maintain project alignment and progress.
  • Acts as the primary contact for internal/external clients; uses established processes and tools to manage project budgets, risks, issues, and changes, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves issues/problems, applying judgment and precedents to recommend practical solutions; proactively conveys process changes to contractors, contract administrators and process owners.
  • Prepares and delivers clear project status updates to clients and stakeholders, explaining moderately complex information in a concise manner.
  • Ensures adherence to contractual requirements regarding scope, cost, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience, providing guidance on standard project management practices and tools.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
About this role

Summary

Manage project logistics, monitor progress, communicate updates, ensure contractual compliance.

Job title

External Project and Program Management Associate II

Experience level

not specified

Industry

professional services

Location requirements

On-site in Carlsbad, CA; remote not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementcommunicationrisk managementcontract compliance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

project coordinationstakeholder communicationrisk managementcontract compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Carlsbad, CA, USA

On-site City