Operations Manager

Vosper Thornycroft Group; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense consulting firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support client operations at Fort Belvoir. The role involves managing production schedules, overseeing IMS to ensure timely delivery, and mentoring operational staff. Candidates should have a degree in a technical field, extensive IMS experience, and effective communication skills. An active Secret clearance is required, along with the ability to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IMS experience, including at least 2 years leading scheduling personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project (Server or Online).
• Demonstrated experience developing, baselining, maintaining, and analyzing IMS on complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation and production schedules are executed as planned.
• Manage and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for on-time delivery.
• Coordinate and resolve survey-related operational issues.

Skills

IMS experience

Microsoft Project

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field

Job description

Overview

VTG is seeking an Operations Manager to support our client on-site at Fort Belvoir.

What will you do?

• Ensure implementation and production schedules are executed as planned
• Manage and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to support on-time delivery and conflict resolution
• Coordinate and resolve survey-related and operational issues
• Ensure effective use of survey and system resources
• Supervise operational staff and support day-to-day execution activities
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government and program stakeholders

Do you have what it takes?

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field. Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of IMS experience, including at least 2 years leading scheduling personnel
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project (Server or Online)
• Demonstrated experience developing, baselining, maintaining, and analyzing IMS on complex programs
• Experience with schedule health metrics (e.g., DCMA 14-point check, BEI, CPLI, SPI)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting the U.S. Army or other federal agencies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with senior military leadership and program teams

Clearance & Travel

• Active Secret clearance required at the time of application
• Travel up to 25%, as required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs