Project Manager III

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.

Silver Spring (MD)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 135,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

Legal-Aid Program

EAP

PTO – 11 Federal Holidays

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager III to lead the full life cycle of FDA OFPR initiatives in a federally contracted setting. You will plan, coordinate, and execute projects within defined scope, timelines, and budgets, preparing charters, WBS, schedules, and status reports.

A PMP is a plus and candidates must be able to obtain the required federal clearance. This role demands strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with diverse

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred and minimum seven years of project management experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
PMP certification is a plus and experience leading full life-cycle projects for FDA or similar agencies.

Responsibilities

Assists OFPR with project planning activities and resource determination.
Manages the full life-cycle of projects from initiation to completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
Produces status reports, risks, issues, and communications for leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

7+ years project management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

The Project Manager III manages, plans and coordinates the full life-cycle of projects for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), specifically for the Office of Food Policy and Response (OFPR). This position helps to ensure that the goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Essential Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
A current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is a plus.
Leads full life‑cycle project management for FDA’s Office of Food Policy and Response (OFPR)
Plans, coordinates, and executes projects within defined scope, timelines, and budgets
Conducts requirements gathering, develops project charters, WBS, schedules, and timelines
Prepares and communicates project status reports, risks, and issues
Applies project management best practices and federal regulatory knowledge
Coordinates across diverse government stakeholders with varying needs and priorities
Drives process improvements and implements best‑in‑class planning, scheduling, and budgeting practices
Facilitates meetings and ensures clear communication among teams and leadership
Produces high‑quality reports, documentation, and presentations
Utilizes Microsoft Office and project management tools effectively
Demonstrates strong leadership, organization, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills
Works independently and in a highly collaborative team environment
Requires ability to obtain/maintain federal clearance; PMP certification preferred

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assists OFPR with project planning activities such as collecting information, developing project plans / timelines, and determining resources.
Manages the full life-cycle of projects from early stages to completion.
Develops and establishes project scopes and plans using project management software. Determines timeframes, milestones and an agreed upon deadlines.
Schedules meetings when necessary. Provides meeting schedules, meeting minutes and routine reports to the project team leaders and team members. In a timely manner, conducts post-meeting follow-up activities concerning discussions and action items.
Tracks progress, and documents milestones / timeframes for deliverables. Develops project plans and timelines for each assigned deliverable using appropriate software.
Keeps Office Director, Deputy Director and Senior Leadership apprised of progress. Flags potential obstacles.
Gives updates on working group deliverables and other routine reports by the requested deadline.
Supports Project Working Group Leads by scheduling meetings and other group activities within the requested timeframe, and by ensuring that scheduled events take place.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred and a minimum of seven (7) years relevant project management experience, or equivalent combination of education / experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE including Disability/Vet

Please note, that this position is contingent upon the award or funding. The essential duties, experience, education requirements, and salary are subject to change.*

The estimated pay range for this role is $100K to $135K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

CNI Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes