Program/Project Manager III with Security Clearance

ORBIS Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ORBIS Inc. in Norfolk, VA seeks a Manager, Program/Project III to lead complex Navy programs. You will oversee engineering, financial, risk, scheduling, and planning activities, ensuring milestones are met and performance standards maintained.

Requirements include a decade of program management experience in Navy contexts, knowledge of NAVSEA and modernization processes, MS Project proficiency, and a Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience as a program manager supporting U.S. Navy HM&E, navigation, or combat systems.
• Extensive Navy modernization program (NMP) processes and scheduling/ planning experience.
• Working knowledge of NAVSEA, Surface fleet, and Carrier fleet organizations.
• U.S. citizenship and a secret security clearance are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale R&D, test and evaluation, construction, and modernization programs.
• Oversee engineering, financial, risk, scheduling, and planning aspects of programs.
• Provide technical oversight to meet milestones and performance standards.
• Monitor progress and report status, addressing issues and risks as they arise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful project execution.
• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Maintain stakeholder communication with regular status updates.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and drive continuous process improvement.

Skills

Program management

Navy programs

Scheduling (MS Project)

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description: The Manager, Program/Project III (MANP3) is responsible for leading and overseeing complex programs and projects within the U.S. Navy sector. This role involves managing engineering, financial, risk management, scheduling, and planning activities, ensuring tasks progress as planned. The MANP3 will provide technical oversight, monitor performance, and ensure milestones are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in program/project management, specifically within U.S. Navy programs, Responsibilities: * Lead and manage large-scale research and development, test and evaluation, new construction, and mid-life modernization programs.

• Oversee all aspects of program/project management, including engineering, financial management, risk management, scheduling, and planning.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to ensure project milestones are met and performance standards are maintained.
• Monitor and report on task progress, addressing any issues or risks that arise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Maintain strong communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies. Required Skills and Experiences: Ten (10) years of experience as a Program Manager providing technical and logistics support for U.S. Navy HM&E, Navigation and/or combat systems and equipment. Ten (15) years of experience in Navy Modernization Program (NMP) processes, scheduling (Microsoft Project), planning, estimating, project control, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) management, subcontract management, and project progress tracking. A working knowledge of NAVSEA Headquarters, Surface fleet and Carrier fleet type commander organizations, functions and responsibilities is preferred. Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university. A secret security clearance * Must be a U.S. citizen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.