Project Manager (Senior) (Washington, DC)

Vision Centric Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k Plan

Tuition assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Vision Centric Inc. is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree and at least 15 years of project management experience, with a focus on leading teams and driving project success at the Department of Homeland Security.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k plan, along with a supportive work environment that emphasizes work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in project or program management.
• At least 10 years in management roles.
• PMP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project management plans.
• Maintain an integrated master schedule for project activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the DHS Agency.
• Assist with business process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 2010

Microsoft Project

Job description

Project Manager (Senior) (Washington, DC)

VCI is seeking a qualified candidate for program management at the department of Homeland Security agency in Washington DC.

Tasks / Duties

• Develop and implement a project management plan to identify activities, events, and documentation key for project execution
• Develop and maintain an integrated master schedule that accounts for all assigned project activities
• Plan, organize, direct, and control the project/program to ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled, quality standards are met, and associated expectations of performance are achieved
• Assist the DHS Agency in the development of organizational process assets for use in future projects such as document templates, project plans, and procedures
• Assist in project coordination efforts amongst the DHS Agency Program Offices, project teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
• Develop training materials, presentations, spreadsheets, flowcharts, and diagrams in support of the DHS Agency mission objectives
• Provide recommendations and corresponding documentation for business process improvements and potential business process reengineering; align the recommendations with government and industry best practices
• Prepare reports (briefings, white papers, decision papers, and memoranda) on business process improvements and activities as needed to ensure the appropriate integration into the DHS Agency operations
• Provide recommendations on analysis after review of laws and regulations that may impact the DHS Agency business processes
• Be responsible for strategic identification of opportunities to improve compliance with DHS and Federal requirements within project management
• Lead discussions on topical areas/issues requiring resolution by small groups providing recommendations to senior management for decision, or by senior management personnel
• Provide the COR a monthly Project Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) by the 15th of each month that details the status of specified projects
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to conduct detailed research and analysis of technical and cost data
• Ability to read and interpret management policy, regulations, and directives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010 or higher to include Access, Excel, & Project
• Ability to work effectively with a group or independently
• Advanced organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously
• Responsible for the quality of deliverables provided and performance of contract personnel
• Prepare and assist in development of policy documents
• Oversee the preparation, editing, and assembling of reports required for meetings and presentations
• Work effectively with other branches and divisions within the organization to accomplish tasks
• Assist, as needed, with special projects
• Obtain necessary information from appropriate source(s) to complete assigned tasks and share information with others as needed
• Manage the development, revision, innovation, and preparation of training materials
• Reports to and work with the the DHS Agency Project Management Division (PMD) staff to plan, control, and monitor all relevant program objectives, activities, and initiatives
• Manage and direct the assigned project resources to best meet project objectives
• Work with team members and the DHS Agency employees to ensure that all deliverables are distributed in a timely manner and ensure that all issues are addressed
• Develop and edit regularly scheduled status reports, as requested
• Complete other ad hoc assignments, as determined
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Project
• Ability to effectively manage several complex projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Prepare and assist in development of policy documents, white papers
• Prepare, edit, and assemble reports required for meetings and presentations
• Oversee the development and editing of regularly scheduled status reports, as requested by the Government Task Manager

Required Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in project or program management, or related work with a minimum of 10 years in Management.
• A minimum of eight of the fifteen years in conducting analytical and support activities.
• A Program/Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification is required for this position.

Education

• A minimum education requirement of a Master’s Degree.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending account, health savings account, health advocates, employee assistance program, tuition assistance program, 401k Plan, as well as a fun and enthusiastic work environment that promotes a work/life balance!