Project Manager III

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the program(s) from initiation through closure, including planning, acquisition, manufacturing, testing and monitoring of technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.
• May participate in, lead segments of or provide overall management for the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• Lead planning and preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• Coordinate with departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgraded capabilities.
• Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product development, integration and testing.
• Assess and address project issues as they arise and identify mitigation plans.
• Active monitoring and tracking project status, budget, and schedules through earned value management.
• Develop review packages for assigned projects and brief project(s) during monthly internal reviews and customer briefings.
• Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact project(s).
• Collaborate across management and project teams to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.

Requirements

• Experience in managing all phases of complex programs from initiation to closure.
• Ability to lead proposal development, including business plans, specifications, and budgets.
• Strong communication skills to convey project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and participate in engineering efforts.
• Experience with project monitoring and tracking using earned value management.
• Knowledge of policies, processes, and procedures impacting projects.
• Ability to assess and address project issues and develop mitigation plans.
• Understanding of environmental and regulatory compliance requirements.