Senior Project Manager – DoD ISR Programs

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Miamisburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Sr Project Manager in the Ohio/Miamisburg area to lead high-risk, complex projects from initiation through closeout. You will develop plans, schedules, and budgets, allocate resources, and interface with customers and field staff to ensure successful execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in PM, plus proficiency with PM tools, MS Office, and a track record of delivering complex programs on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in project management and/or in a related or technical field. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience is required.
• Proficiency with advanced project management tools and software.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Proficient in leading a team of at least 5 either directly or indirectly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a highly complex project and its various parts; proposal development, contract negotiation, resource management, engineering development, operations and production, test through delivery and contract closeout.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills & capability to meet schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-risk, high-complexity projects with multiple deliverables from initiation to closeout.
• Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Identify and allocate necessary resources for project success.
• Interface with internal and external customers or field-based employees on technical matters.
• Oversee all aspects of the project lifecycle, including proposal development, planning, scope, design, execution, delivery, and closeout.
• Track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators.
• Prepare reports to keep stakeholders informed of project status.
• Ensure agility and flexibility in project management to accommodate frequent changes.
• Manage direct reports or coordinate with a larger support staff to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Project management tools

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Sr Project Manager in the Ohio/Miamisburg area to lead high-risk, complex projects from initiation through closeout. You will develop plans, schedules, and budgets, allocate resources, and interface with customers and field staff to ensure successful execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in PM, plus proficiency with PM tools, MS Office, and a track record of delivering complex programs on time and within budget.