Program Manager

As a Program Manager at Blue Raster, you will oversee large-scale projects in geospatial solutions, manage project teams through all phases, coordinate application and web GIS support, and lead business development efforts. Your role is key in establishing a positive work environment and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

To be a successful Program Manager at Blue Raster, you should have a minimum of 8 years in project management specifically in the GIS field. Familiarity with the Esri ArcGIS platform and experience with cloud technologies such as AWS and Azure are also essential. Strong communication skills, organizational capabilities, and business development experience will be required as well.

Yes, experience with Esri ArcGIS is crucial for a Program Manager role at Blue Raster. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of the Esri platform, as you'll be managing projects that utilize ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and other cloud-related technologies to meet client needs effectively.

At Blue Raster, the work environment is friendly, inclusive, and collaborative, emphasizing teamwork while also allowing for independence. Located in the vibrant Court House neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, we offer a supportive atmosphere for both in-office and remote employees.

Blue Raster offers a competitive benefits package for Program Managers that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off starting on your first day, 401k with contributions, parental leave, and more, promoting a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being.

When discussing your experience, highlight specific projects you've led, mentioning key responsibilities, technologies used, and outcomes achieved. Emphasize your expertise in managing teams and delivering results in GIS settings to demonstrate your suitability as a Program Manager.

Discuss your leadership style and strategies for fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Explain how you set clear goals, communicate regularly with team members, and address challenges to steer projects toward successful outcomes.

Illustrate your approach to business development by outlining how you identify new business opportunities, maintain client relationships, and leverage networking events. Share success stories of how your efforts have led to new projects to reinforce your experience.

Explain your processes for budgeting and timeline management, perhaps discussing tools you use, how you set milestones, and your methods for monitoring progress. Provide examples of projects where you successfully kept budgets and schedules on track.

Talk about specific Esri ArcGIS products you have used, your proficiency with them, and how you have applied these tools in your past projects. Highlight any certifications or training you’ve undertaken related to ArcGIS.

Show your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning your sources for industry news, such as conferences, online courses, or networking groups. Discuss any recent technologies you've integrated into your projects to showcase your adaptive skills.

Describe your conflict resolution approach, emphasizing communication, understanding different perspectives, and finding a collaborative solution. Providing examples of past experiences can help illustrate your effectiveness in managing team dynamics.

Explain your approach to proposal writing, including how you gather requirements, tailor your content to client expectations, and present solutions effectively. Mention successful proposals you have completed that demonstrate your skills.

Discuss your methods for prioritizing tasks and managing workload, including tools or frameworks you use to stay organized. Give examples of how you successfully managed overlapping projects in previous roles to validate your claims.

Share personal anecdotes that showcase your commitment to GIS and its applications. Articulate why you believe GIS is vital in addressing global challenges and how your work has contributed to positive change.