Federal Project Manager, Navy

ISHE; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pond is seeking an experienced Project Manager (Engineer or Architect) to join our Federal group, primarily supporting Navy programs. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate sub-consultants, and ensure project delivery aligned with federal facilities design standards.

A client-first culture and initiative are essential. The ideal candidate has an accredited engineering or architecture degree, 5+ years PM experience in Federal settings, and professional registration.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
• 5+ years PM experience in A/E/C, Federal clients; Navy experience preferred.
• Professional Registration (PE or RA) required.
• Strong knowledge of facilities design, construction, contracts, and client relations.
• Experience with Federal contracting and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel internationally if required; CAC and security considerations possible.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams and sub-consultants.
• Lead projects to meet DoD and federal facility design requirements; Navy projects preferred.
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships and ensure client expectations are exceeded.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Team Coordination

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Accredited Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

About the Position

Pond is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager (Engineer or Architect) to join our growing, award-winning Federal group, primarily supporting our Navy program.

We’re looking for a self-starting, driven individual who will contribute to our strong team dynamic and embrace our client-first culture. This person should have a natural desire to take initiative, lead teams, and consistently exceed client expectations.

Successful Project Managers at Pond operate with a team-based philosophy and are responsible for managing and coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams, as well as overseeing sub-consultants. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design requirements for federal facilities, including both DoD and non-DoD agencies. Experience supporting Navy projects is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture
• 5+ years of experience within an architecture, engineering, or construction organization, preferably supporting Federal clients (Navy experience strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager
• Professional Registration (PE or RA) required
• Thorough knowledge of facilities design and construction, contract management, project delivery, and client relationship management
• Experience with Federal contracting, procurement processes, and procedures
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and/or other relevant software
• Ability to travel as needed
• Occasional attendance at meetings and off-site events; must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance
• Must be able to travel internationally, if required, via passport or other official documentation
  Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC); access to federal installations may require additional security credentials and the ability to obtain a security clearance