Project Manager (3 Days in OFFICE)

Rate- $65-70/hr on W2

Conversion Salary - $130K

The successful individual will function as the Project Manager for a matrix team of software engineers, hardware engineers, system integration engineers, and cyber security engineers to manage the full Lifecycle of network based Physical security system projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES & CORE FUNCTIONS

Manages complex projects from planning through delivery. Liaises between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables, requirements, schedules, cost, and meeting plans are communicated. Utilizes appropriate tools to plan project timelines, tasks, milestones, and deadlines. Communicate schedule and changes to all stakeholders. Plans and facilitates project meetings to align the project team to methods and goals and to track project tasks. Prepares agendas, meeting notes, and project summaries. Monitors task completion status to Identify at risk project tasks and to develop mitigation plans. Allocates resources, budgets, and hours to the project and adjusts allocations when necessary. Manages multiple projects simultaneously, with contract values up to 10M, and differing contract vehicles. Routinely looks for additional scope to generate additional revenue & Gross Margin on projects.

• Handle change orders / new business proposals as part of managing the overall project.
• Work with internal teams on contract and pricing strategy.
• Adhere to all client's SIS specific PM policies as well as follow generally accepted PMI project principals in the management and technical support of network based physical Security System projects.
• Manage the financials (P&L) for the project including financial management of subcontractors.
• Be the project lead and / or liaison between customers, other external stakeholders, and subcontractors.
• Participate in the design and delivery of large implementations.
• Occasional domestic travel may be required for site meetings.
• Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS

• Required
  • Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist in complex technical and business matters.
  • Bachelor's degree in the appropriate discipline.
  • Four (4) to seven (7) years of related experience in general Project/ Program Management.
  • Four (4) years or less of experience in Project/ Program Management of client's projects.
  • Working knowledge and experience with project management processes.
  • Experience in managing projects with multiple internal & external stakeholders.
  • Experience with fixed price and/or T&M projects with short duration (6 18-month delivery) technical system projects, including networking equipment, cameras, access control, and Command and Control platforms.
  • Experience managing software and/or hardware technologies.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Project and JIRA.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work well with others in a matrix organization and successfully coordinate with and support internal and external customers.
  • Ability to learn new processes quickly, and work with minimal supervision and guidance.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and display viable problem-solving skills.
• Preferred
  • Active PMP certification preferred.
  • Experience with nuclear programs.
  • Experience working managing subcontractors.
  • Advanced knowledge of business practices, spreadsheet manipulation, and information systems.
  • Familiar with cyber security concepts & technologies.