Project Manager

Metron
Reston, VA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

US citizen project managers with industry experience in contract management will find this role in national security consulting with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and compliance.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of industry project management experience and a background in national security or defense contracting
    — “At least 5 years of experience in project management in industry.”
  • Individuals who can manage multiple projects and demonstrate expertise in financial tracking and contract deliverables
    — “Execute day-to-day financial management to include monthly analysis, cumulative analysis, and forecasting in dollars and hours on Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, Cost-Plus Fixed Fee, and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee Level of Effort contracts”

Things to consider

  • US citizenship is required, and the candidate must be available for in-person work at Reston, VA for classified tasks
    — “the selected candidate will undergo a background check for Top Secret Clearance”
  • The role demands close coordination with cross-functional teams and leadership, which may require high levels of interdependence and communication
    — “work closely with cross-functional teams to drive project success and achieve strategic objectives”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience managing contract deliverables and financial forecasting in your resume and interview responses
    — “Execute day-to-day financial management to include monthly analysis, cumulative analysis, and forecasting in dollars and hours”
  • Emphasize your ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and produce accurate documentation
    — “Coordinate inputs and write project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and presentation material, ensuring accuracy and completeness”
  • Demonstrate your proficiency with Microsoft Project and Azure DevOps in your application materials
    — “Develop detailed project schedules and manage schedule performance reporting via Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, or other management tools”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Managing contract deliverables
  • Developing detailed project schedules
Typical background
5+ years in project managementExperience in government contracts

Skills & requirements

Required

Project ManagementContract ManagementFinancial ManagementSchedule Management

Preferred

Agile MethodologiesRFP Development

Stack & domain

Microsoft ProjectAzure DevopsSharepointTeamsCommunicationOrganizational AbilitiesAttention To DetailPMPDod Acquisition Management

About the role

Original posting from Metron via Greenhouse

About Metron

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.  

We are seeking a Project Manager who will provide daily support to program leadership to manage timely submission of contract deliverables, ensure work is within the contract scope, and track expenditures to stay within budget. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive project success and achieve strategic objectives.   

Key Responsibilities: 

Provide day-to-day management, tracking, development, and delivery of recurring artifacts under Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) 

Maintain quality standards of contract deliverables/CDRLs and coordinate improvements as needed 

Execute day-to-day financial management to include monthly analysis, cumulative analysis, and forecasting in dollars and hours on Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, Cost-Plus Fixed Fee, and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee Level of Effort contracts 

Develop detailed project schedules and manage schedule performance reporting via Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, or other management tools 

Identify potential risks and challenges, assist in developing mitigation strategies, implement mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as necessary to minimize impact to the project cost, schedule, and performance  

Coordinate inputs and write project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and presentation material, ensuring accuracy and completeness  

Analyze resource allocation against program execution and deliver recommendations for modifications  

Monitor progress for project milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics and communicate status updates to leadership team 

Provide mentorship and professional development support to personnel, promoting skill growth and career progression 

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. 

At least 5 years of experience in project management in industry. 

Proficiency with Microsoft suite of products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint, and Teams. 

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.  

Ability to facilitate meetings and presentations for various stakeholders. 

Outstanding organizational abilities with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; the selected candidate will undergo a background check for Top Secret Clearance   

Desired Qualifications: 

Active DoD Secret security clearance; SCI eligible. 

Program Management Professional (PMP) and/or DoD Acquisition Management certification. 

Advanced degree in management or business. 

Knowledge and application of Agile project management methodologies on DoD projects. 

Ability to contribute to the development and delivery of RFPs. 

Location: Reston, VA 

*The selected individual must report to the Reston, VA office or other facilities to complete classified work. This is not a remote position. 

Perks and Benefits  

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance  

Accompanying FSA and HSA options  

Additional Voluntary Benefits   

Paid Time Off   

9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays   

Paid Parental Leave   

Tuition Reimbursement  

Professional Development Reimbursement  

Annual Salary Reviews   

Profit Sharing   

401(k) Traditional and Roth Options   

Gym and Fitness Reimbursement   

Employee Assistance Program   

Employee Referral Program  

Metron is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor 

Source: Metron careers (Greenhouse)

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