Deployment Manager

Blue Water Thinking; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Job summary

Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced Deployment Manager to support the Integrated Healthcare Transformation initiative at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role involves managing complex project portfolios related to infrastructure design and construction, ensuring compliance and timely completion.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of project/program management experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering or construction project/program management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for producing reports and engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage project portfolios ensuring compliance, quality, and timely completion.
• Facilitate problem-solving discussions with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Monitor and report on project scope, schedule, and cost parameters.
• Identify, track, mitigate, and communicate risks to support successful delivery.
• Develop program reports, briefings, and documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated Deployment Manager to join our team, supporting the Integrated Healthcare Transformation (IHT) initiative at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) in the oversight of complex project management tasks for infrastructure design and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee large project portfolios requiring proficient knowledge and application of project management best practices and construction management, ensuring all initiatives are aligned with Program Office and organization objectives, upholding standards for compliance, quality, and timely completion.
• Facilitate facilities problem‑solving discussions with large, diverse stakeholder groups responsible for managing Information Technology Infrastructure and/or Physical Infrastructure projects, applying comprehensive life cycle and project management methodologies throughout project execution.
• Monitor and report on capital project scope, schedule and cost parameters to maintain effective project controls.
• Identify, track, mitigate and communicate risks and issues to support successful project delivery.
• Measure program success, outcomes, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support the management of projects and programs to enhance productivity and performance.
• Develop and contribute to program reports, briefings, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with VHA leadership and cross‑functional teams to align program goals with Veteran healthcare needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Construction Management, Facility Architecture, business administration/management or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience, including experience in engineering, construction project/program management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for producing reports and engaging stakeholders.
• MS Office suite skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM).
• Experience supporting federal healthcare initiatives, especially within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Active Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain one.

Eligibility

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role.

Compensation

Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Benefits

Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and matching 401K plan.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Water Thinking, LLC (BWT) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.