Project Manager

Project Managerat SMX(View all jobs) (~~~/)

United States

SMX is seeking a Project Manager to join the integrated program management office (PMO) and support the Mission Solutions Group portfolio of programs. This position is responsible for the management and direction of the day-to-day operations of contract cost, schedule, and performance execution. The ideal candidate will provide leadership to the program team on staffing, training, administrative oversight, operations management, workforce management, budgets, sub-contracting, and property management. The position requires periodic travel to customer-designated work sites.

This position requires a TS/SCI clearance which requires US citizenship for work on a DoD contract.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Allocates appropriate resources to ensure projects are completed within given time and budget

• Utilizes corporate QMS processes to track program/project schedule and cost

• Reports status, develops program/project-related documentation, implements lessons learned and

• updates and maintains production and quality metrics for assigned program and projects

• Supports the MSG Business Unit with business development activities to include new market capture opportunities and proposal development

• Identifies and supports the capture of additional workshare within current contracts

• Identifies and shapes prime and subcontract opportunities for SMX with customers in current and emerging markets

• Conducts operational planning, execution and evaluation of a multi-faceted program that requires collaboration with customers to identify new project opportunities

• Orchestrates/develops operational data calls, report outs, and performance products as required to support and bolster SMX posture for current and future business

• Ensures that contract service, quality, and performance requirements are met and compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP) is maintained

• Advises of any contractual issues that may result in Contracting Office action and of any anticipated or proposed adverse personnel actions

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the Government's program managers, Contracting Officers (CO), CO Representatives (COR), and Alternate CORs in support of the Program

• Work cooperatively with PMO leadership to develop short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures in accordance with contract parameters

• Work with human resources and talent acquisition to manage and oversee the recruitment, hiring, retention and development, training, and compensation of employees to assure compliance with contract requirements and HR policies

Required Skills & Experience

• TS/SCI eligibility

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related discipline

• Relevant experience can be substituted for a degree

• Previous experience in C6ISR operations, preferably in a leadership role

• Able to communicate objectives and requirements effectively to military and civilian personnel

• Experience interacting with and briefing senior government and industry acquisition leaders on topics related to programmatic, technology and financial status

• Knowledge of process improvement techniques and ability to direct improvement initiatives

• Budget management and execution experience

• Business development and technical proposal writing skills

• Previous experience supporting large contracts leading complex development, production, fielding of platforms, and/or support initiatives with technical objectives

• Skilled coordinator of many different organizations and entities operating on a constantly daily updating schedule

• Customer focused

• Capacity to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to change

Desired Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of management/supervision experience in aviation-related operations, logistics, or engineering fields/programs

• Current Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional, Program Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Program Management certification, or ability to complete PMP requirements within 6 months of onboarding

Application Deadline: November 25, 2024

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is

$104,000-$173,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.

Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.