Project Manager

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 106,800 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in Independence, MO is seeking a Project Manager to plan, execute, and finalize large, complex projects within budget and deadlines. You will orchestrate resources and coordinate internal teams with external contractors to achieve project goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field, 5+ years of relevant experience, and prefer PMP certification. Travel is possible, and DoD/USG program experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, or Business field.
• 5+ years of relevant project management experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience in ammunition manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience with US Government or DoD customers preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of preparing financial statements or proposals.
• Some travel may be required (<10%).

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, deliverables, costs, and timelines.
• Forecast project costs during proposals and forecasts.
• Allocate resources and manage budgets to stay within constraints.
• Serve as main liaison to stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Identify risks and create mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Monitor progress and apply quality control to meet standards and specs.

Skills

Project management

PMP certification

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technical/Business

Job description

980 schedule

Title: Project Manager

Location: Independence, MO

Salary: $106,800 - $138,000

Schedule: 980 schedule

Focus: The Project Manager is responsible for proposing, planning, executing, and finalizing large, complex projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

Project Manager Essential Job Functions

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including defining the project scope, objectives, deliverables, cost proposals, and timelines.
• Accurately forecast project costs both as part of the proposal process and during regular financial forecasting activities.
• Allocate resources efficiently, ensuring the right team members are assigned to tasks, and manage budgets to keep projects within financial constraints.
• Serve as the main point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and addressing concerns to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them, ensuring projects stay on track despite challenges.
• Monitor project progress and performance, implementing quality control measures to ensure deliverables meet the required standards and specifications.

Project Manager Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree* in an Engineering, Technical, or Business related field.
• 5+ years recent relevant experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Experience working in a small or medium caliber ammunition manufacturing facility preferred
• Prior work with USG or Department of Defense customers preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of preparing financial statements and or project proposals.
• Some travel may be required, less than 10%.

Location-Specific Requirements

• Must possess a valid US driver's license
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The US Government does not allow non-US citizens on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a US citizen.

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