Project Management & Planning Operations Rep Stf - E4

Lockheed Martin; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Marietta, GA is seeking an experienced Proposal Lead to own the proposal, coordinate with Customer, Program Manager, Technical Lead, and Contract Negotiator for delivery of the proposal and for execution of the definitization schedule.

You will drive planning, kickoff meetings, status updates, and ensure all functions are aligned with the proposal schedule. Domestic travel up to 5% may be required.

Qualifications

• Lead Project Management experience.
• Experience working multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience working across functional teams / developing strong working relationships.
• Process Improvement experience.
• Generally has 5+ years of related experience; may have a post-secondary degree or training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal, take ownership of it and work closely with the Customer, Program Manager, Technical Lead, Business Management, Estimating and the Contract Negotiator for delivery of the proposal and execution of the definitization schedule.
• Ensure other functions support the Proposal Leader role and strategies for execution.
• Strengthen the partnership with Contracts Negotiators to understand and participate in all aspects of the program acquisition cycle.
• Read and interpret the RFP for potential impacts to the larger team and understand when additional customer coordination is needed prior to engaging the larger team.
• Understand the technical aspects of proposal development to include adequate scope definition, proposal schedule, resources to support the proposal, etc.
• Understand the elements required to develop a proposal schedule (predecessor/successor relationships).
• Initiate the proposal activity when the adequate planning and coordination has been completed.
• Coordinate and lead planning and kickoff meetings, regular status meetings, program reviews, wall walks, and EPPs.
• Load initial proposal events into APTS and maintain status of all events to ensure responsible parties are updating and completing scheduled events in accordance with the agreed to proposal schedule.
• Understand the reason a proposal is stalled, consider alternatives and understand the adjudication process to move the team forward.
• Understand the next steps in the process and the appropriate entry and exit criteria for each step.
• Determine what other related activities may impact the execution of the proposal delivery schedule and proactively address concerns and issues that may delay successful execution of the schedule.

Skills

Lead PM

Multi-project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Excellent communications

Education

Post-secondary degree or training

Tools

APTS

Job description

• Lead the proposal, take ownership of it and work closely with the Customer, Program Manager, Technical Lead, Business Management, Estimating and the Contract Negotiator for delivery of the proposal and execution of the definitization schedule.
• Ensure other functions support the Proposal Leader role and strategies for execution.
• Strengthen the partnership with Contracts Negotiators to understand and participate in all aspects of the program acquisition cycle.
• Read and interpret the RFP for potential impacts to the larger team and understand when additional customer coordination is needed prior to engaging the larger team.
• Understand the technical aspects of proposal development to include:
• Adequate scope definition, proposal schedule, resources to support the proposal, etc.
• Understand the elements required to develop a proposal schedule (predecessor/successor relationships).
• Initiate the proposal activity when the adequate planning and coordination has been completed.
• Coordinate and lead planning and kickoff meetings, regular status meetings (if needed), program reviews, wall walks, and EPPs.
• Load initial proposal events into APTS and maintain status of all events to ensure responsible parties are updating and completing scheduled events in accordance with the agreed to proposal schedule.
• Understand the reason a proposal is stalled, consider alternatives and understand the adjudication process to move the team forward.
• Understand the next steps in the process and the appropriate entry and exit criteria for each step.
• Determine what other related activities may impact the execution of the proposal delivery schedule and proactively address concerns and issues that may delay successful execution of the schedule. Identify potential pitfalls and seek alternatives or mitigate impacts.

Standard Job Description

The AMMM Proposal lead will:

• Lead the proposal, take ownership of it and work closely with the Customer, Program Manager, Technical Lead, Business Management, Estimating and the Contract Negotiator for delivery of the proposal and execution of the definitization schedule.
• Ensure other functions support the Proposal Leader role and strategies for execution.
• Strengthen the partnership with Contracts Negotiators to understand and participate in all aspects of the program acquisition cycle.
• Read and interpret the RFP for potential impacts to the larger team and understand when additional customer coordination is needed prior to engaging the larger team.
• Understand the technical aspects of proposal development to include:
• Adequate scope definition, proposal schedule, resources to support the proposal, etc.
• Understand the elements required to develop a proposal schedule (predecessor/successor relationships).
• Initiate the proposal activity when the adequate planning and coordination has been completed.
• Coordinate and lead planning and kickoff meetings, regular status meetings (if needed), program reviews, wall walks, and EPPs.
• Load initial proposal events into APTS and maintain status of all events to ensure responsible parties are updating and completing scheduled events in accordance with the agreed to proposal schedule.
• Understand the reason a proposal is stalled, consider alternatives and understand the adjudication process to move the team forward.
• Understand the next steps in the process and the appropriate entry and exit criteria for each step.
• Determine what other related activities may impact the execution of the proposal delivery schedule and proactively address concerns and issues that may delay successful execution of the schedule. Identify potential pitfalls and seek alternatives or mitigate impacts.

*Potential domestic travel up to 5%*

Basic Qualifications

Lead Project Management experience

Experience working multiple projects concurrently

Experience working across functional teams / Developing strong working relationships

Process Improvement experience

Desired Skills

Prior Proposal Experience

APTS Experience

Experience in a USG / Commercial Contracting Environment

Excellent Communications Skills

Generally has 5+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.