Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is looking for a detail-oriented and diligent, experienced Project Manager to support two U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) projects. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, has a positive attitude, professional, organized, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks.
Responsibilities include: •Responsible for the day-to-day customer engagement, recurring operations, support to technical teams, procurements, monthly contract and financial status reports, and deliverable document schedule and quality •Provide project supervision and management for major program activities to ensure objectives are met with top quality and levels of performance •Manage and direct program personnel including recruiting, training, mentoring, performance reviews, retention, and career path/promotions •Responsible for all phases of the contract execution, including monitoring contract & subcontract requirements, deliverables, and funding; and overseeing timekeeping, travel expenses, and procurements •Analyze departmental needs, identify vulnerabilities, and boost productivity, efficiency, and accuracy to inform business decisions •Support website and program-specific systems. Individual must be a quick learner and comfortable with data and information systems. •Some travel required (~10% annually) •Support business development and proposal efforts Required Qualifications:
- Education/Certifications:
- Must have an ACTIVE U.S. Federal Government SECRET Security Clearance
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years management, project management, or customer-facing leadership roles
- Experience with project planning, estimating, and scheduling and reporting
- Experience leading teams
- Experience managing individual and program performance standards
- Experience competing for and managing task orders and subcontractor partners
- Skills & Knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication, customer service, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Strong creative, analytical thinking, and management skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat
- Must be able to lift ~25-50 lbs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Top Secret Security Clearance
- Government contract experience a plus
- Understanding of DoD classification markings
- Bachelor's degree in management or technical field
- Possesses advanced management, executive development training, and/or Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Previous experience managing resources in Unanet
- Experience leading Agile teams and Scrum Master Certification
- Experience directing and supervising engineering and technical personnel on a major program, project, or activity
- Previous experience supporting Army programs and/or Army Research and Development contracts