Project Manager III

Job Description

Project Manager III

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, citizen of American Samoa or other territory owning permanent allegiance to the United States.

Oversee various professional scientific and technical projects of a highly complex nature without supervision. Assemble project team, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, develop and manage schedule to ensure timely completion of projects; partner with customers for planning, contract management, issue resolution and risk mitigation; manages day-to-day operations of contract support and support team, inclusive of sub-contractor management.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided.
• Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
  
  

Project Manager III Responsibilities Include:

• Oversees project execution ensuring adherence to contract, budget, schedule, scope, risk management.
• Manages support services and projects CONUS and OCONUS.
• Develop, evaluate, and updates project plans including project objectives, scope of work, deliverables, technologies, operational requirements and assignment, task, or other specifications.
• Maintains familiarity with the contract scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member in order to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
• Coordinates with multiple internal and external groups.
• Disseminates information on any problems or potential delays and mitigation plans.
• Manages all phases of assigned programs from inception through completion.
• Manages all aspects of customer interface, including requirements of cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Manages project deliverables and progress through continuous communication with project members and customers.
• Participates in negotiation of requirements and requirements changes.
• Remains aware of any potential problems and works to mitigate any risks.
• Supervise/manage a project team of approximately 120 and provide input towards hiring/firing/performance/staff decisions.
• Assists with identifying, reviewing and selecting vendors or consultants.
• Recommends and implements improvements to the PMO.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Project Manager III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 10 years of program management experience required, and five years of technical experience is required.
• Program management experience must include at least 5 years managing IDIQ Task Order contracts with a team of up to 120 full time employees.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with implementing large-scale projects.
• Preferred experience with projects supporting forensic toxicology, medico-legal death investigations, and/or forensic DNA analytical services.
• Preferred experience in DoD forensic program support.
• Advanced working knowledge of project management, creating, and implementing project schedules, and managing project teams and budgets.
• Risk mitigation and issue resolution.
• Solution oriented with proven capability to realize results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor and advise large teams.
• Working knowledge of MS product suite: Excel, Word, SharePoint; Project Management software and DoD reporting systems.
• Complete a NACI investigation.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
  
  

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords

• Project Planning
• Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Resource Allocation
• Project Execution
  
  

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.