Deputy Project Manager

Cgifederal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI Federal in Arlington, VA is seeking a Deputy Project Manager (Technical) to advance national security initiatives through cutting-edge IT solutions. You will coordinate technical projects, manage plans, budgets, schedules, and lead project teams to deliver results.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Poly, strong leadership, and excellent communication to liaise with clients and stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure adherence to technical specifications and company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 to 8 years of experience.
• TS/SCI with CI Poly security clearance.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and update technical project plans, scope, and schedules.
• Review work and ensure deliverables meet standards.
• Lead and coordinate technical and administrative project teams.
• Allocate resources and oversee staffing for optimal utilization.
• Serve as primary client liaison and ensure satisfaction.
• Identify risks and implement change control processes; resolve issues.
• Prepare and present project status reports and updates.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Risk management

Team coordination

Resource management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Project Manager (Technical) within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities.

TheDeputy Project Manager (Technical) assists a Project Manager by coordinating technical projects, managing project plans, budgets, and schedules, and supervising project teams to ensure successful delivery and client satisfaction. Key responsibilities include performing technical tasks, allocating resources, managing risks, and resolving issues, while ensuring the project meets its goals and adheres to technical specifications and company standards.

CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Develop, implement, and update technical project plans, scope, and schedules.
• Technical Oversight: Perform technical tasks, review work performed by project teams, and ensure project deliverables meet technical and quality standards.
• Team & Resource Management: Lead and coordinate technical and administrative project teams, allocate resources effectively, and oversee staffing to ensure optimal utilization.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a primary client liaison, ensuring the project meets client expectations and satisfaction.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and resolve technical project challenges, assess risks, and implement change control processes.
• Reporting: Prepare and present project status reports, performance metrics, and updates to the Project Manager and stakeholders.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 to 8 years of experience
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Poly
• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of technical aspects relevant to the specific industry is crucial.
• Project Management Tools: Proficiency in using project management software and methodologies.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to analyze complex problems, develop action plans, and find effective solutions.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate teams, manage client relationships, and facilitate meetings.