Project Manager

Intelligence and National Security Alliance; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Project Manager to join our Space Line of Business, supporting the Optical & Photonic Systems team. You will lead Integrated Master Schedules, manage cost and risk, and coordinate resources across an Integrated Product Team to ensure on-time, on-budget program execution.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of project planning/management experience, strong IMS scheduling with MS Project, and EVMS know-how. Eligibility to obtain/maintain a clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of project planning/management experience.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) scheduling using MS Project or equivalent.
• 3+ years of program financial concepts including P&L, MR, ROS, etc.
• 3+ years of Earned Value Management System techniques and reporting.
• Strong communication and team-collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using MS Project.
• Maximize program performance through schedule, cost, and risk management.
• Define, baseline, and manage work scope with team members.
• Implement Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for projects.
• Provide baseline budget and schedule estimates for programs.
• Coordinate resources and perform project resource planning.
• Lead IMS tracking, SRA, and EVM activities.
• Perform critical path analysis and contingency planning.
• Record and track Earned Value metrics with CAMs and Program Leads.
• Lead IPT meetings and RMB meetings to mitigate risks and issues.
• Analyze key program performance data and generate progress reports.
• Support proposal activity with estimates based on comparable programs.

Skills

IMS scheduling

MS Project

Earned Value Management

Resource planning

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Project ManagerJob Category: Project and Program ManagementTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Project Manager to join our Space Line of Business, supporting our Optical & Photonic Systems team -- we are expanding! With a core technology base that includes high-speed electro-optics, fiber optics, and high-power lasers, our laser communications technology is helping NASA provide high-definition video from the International Space Station, and to explore asteroids 250 million miles away. Do you have a passion for innovation?

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) utilizing MS Project.
• Maximize program performance through active schedule, cost, and risk management.
• Work with team members to define, baseline, and manage work scope.
• Implement Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for assigned projects.
• Provide baseline budget and schedule estimates for projects.
• Work with people managers to identify resources and perform project resource planning.
• Perform IMS tracking, Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA), and Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Perform critical path analysis, track progress against baselines, perform what-if analyses, and develop contingency plans.
• Work with Cost Account Managers (CAMs) and Program Leads to record and track Earned Value metrics and perform Estimates To Complete (ETCs).
• Lead Integrated Project Team (IPT) meetings and facilitate tracking/completion of action items.
• Lead project Risk Management Board (RMB) meetings to identify, manage, and mitigate risks, opportunities, and issues.
• Collect, organize, and analyze key program performance and planning data.
• Develop weekly and monthly progress reports on all assigned projects.
• Support proposal activity to ensure accurate estimates based on similar-to information from other programs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in project planning/management, or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience
• Strong desire to lead teams in planning and executing to a program schedule and budget.
• 5+ Project Management concepts and techniques.
• Significant experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) scheduling utilizing MS Project or equivalent.
• 3+ years of program financial concepts, including P&L, MR, ROS, etc.
• 3+ yeats of Earned Value Management System techniques and reporting.
• Strong organization skills, accuracy, attention to detail and a high degree of initiative.
• Strong oral communication including the ability to express ideas and information and facilitate an open exchange of ideas.
• Solid written communication skills with the ability to express facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.
• Strong team collaboration and analytical skills with ability to execute and follow-through on tasks to completion.
• Demonstrated problem solving to include the ability to identify and analyze problems; use sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; find alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments.
• Requires a high degree of independent thought and decision making.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance

Desired:

• Experience managing electronics product development that includes hardware, firmware and software content.
• Active TS or TS/SCI security clearance highly desired.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$68,400-$143,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.