Secret Cleared Task Order Project Manager

Zantech; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation package

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Zantech in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Task Order Project Manager to lead contract management for a DoD/Operations and Sustainment project. The role combines program oversight with staffing, reporting, and deliverables management in a hybrid work setting.

Required PMP certification and 5 years of PM experience in IT/consulting, with knowledge of government contracting. US citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or higher clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a relevant field or four additional years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• PMP Certification or equivalent nationally recognized PM certification; must be current.
• ITIL/Agile/Scrum certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the manager and primary contract point of contact.
• Directs project-specific staff and reviews work for completeness and requirements.
• Coordinates with KO, COR, and Program Manager on all matters.
• Develops and maintains PMP, IMS, and QAP documents.
• Prepares monthly status reports and tracks deliverables.
• Verifies effort levels and deliverables for each task.
• Communicates plans, status, and deliverables to management.
• Develops milestones and tracks execution against timelines.
• Manages onboarding/offboarding, reporting, and deliverables.

Skills

PM leadership

Program planning

Scheduling

Cost management

Stakeholder coordination

Risk management

Government contracting

Deliverables management

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

PMP Certification

Additional PM certifications (PRINCE2, Agile) preferred

Tools

CAGE Workbench

CAGE Public

BRS

Job description

Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company? At Zantech, we are a dynamic Woman Owned Small Business focused on providing complex, mission-focused solutions with a proven track record of outstanding customer performance and high employee satisfaction. We would love to talk with you regarding the next step in your career.

Zantech is looking for a talented Task Order Project Manager to contribute to the success of our upcoming Operations and Sustainment Support Services project for a Hybrid role based out of Battle Creek, MI.

The Task Order Project Manager will play a crucial role in providing:

• Task Order Project Management Support Services
• Program/Project Management Support
• Coordination with Government Contracting Officer (KO), COR, Task Order Managers
• Project planning, scheduling, reporting, and deliverables management
• Monthly Progress Reports (MPR)
• Transition planning
• Staffing plan management

The Task Order Project Manager provides The Task Order Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all contract management. This role is responsible for overall program management, ensuring technical solutions and schedules are implemented timely, coordinating with government stakeholders, and managing all aspects of project execution including staffing, reporting, and deliverables. The PM must provide diligent, responsive performance reporting and coordinate with the Program Manager and government representatives to ensure successful contract performance.

Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to:

• Acts as manager and overall contract point of contact
• Directs project-specific staff and reviews work products for completeness and adherence to requirements
• Coordinates with Contracting Officer (KO), COR, and Program Manager on all contractual and technical matters
• Develops and maintains Project Management Plan (PMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Quality Assurance Plan (QAP)
• Prepares monthly status reports and tracks deliverables
• Verifies level of effort and deliverables for each task
• Provides communication to management on project plans, status reports, and deliverables
• Develops overall project milestones and monitors execution against planned timelines
• Manages on/offboarding of contractors, reporting, training, and timely submission of deliverables
• Coordinates invoices and reporting with COR to ensure approval prior to invoicing
• Supports management of software and hardware changes initiated by PMO
• Ensures contractor employees meet DoD 8570/8140 certification requirements
• Maintains Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) tracking and reporting

Required Experience or Knowledge of the following technologies/functions:

• 5 years of progressive experience
• Project management and leadership in IT/consulting fields
• Program planning, scheduling, and cost management
• Stakeholder coordination and communication
• Risk management and issue resolution
• Government contracting environment experience
• Knowledge of CAGE systems (CAGE Workbench, CAGE Public, BRS)
• Deliverables management and quality assurance
• Resource management and team coordination
• Performance metrics tracking and reporting

Required Education/Certifications:

• Education Required:
  • Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) in relevant field OR Four (4) additional years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Education Preferred:
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field
• Certifications Required:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (REQUIRED) OR Other equivalent nationally recognized project management certification
  • All certifications must be current and maintained throughout the period of performance
• Certifications Preferred:
  • Additional project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum certifications)
  • ITIL certification

Required Security Clearance:

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret or higher clearance, per contract requirements.

“Outstanding Performance…Always!”

Our corporate motto represents our commitment to build long-term relationships with both our clients and our employees by providing the highest quality service in everything we do. We strive for excellence for our clients and for each other. We embrace the opportunity to hire individuals with new talents and fresh perspectives. Zantech offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a vacation package, as well as a fast-paced and exciting work environment.