Program Manager

Job Description:  Responsible for the development and execution of program related to Electronic and Physical Security Systems.  Involved with the overall prgram management and control of an electronic security systems program.  Will lead a team of project managers, engineers and technicians in the design, procurement, integration and installation of electronic security systems, other physical security enhancements and command and control projects.  This program will also be responsible for the full Life-Cycle support of the installed systems.  The program Manager is responsible for working with clients to plan, manage, direct the design, installation and life cycle support efforts of this program(s). Projects within the program will focus on access control, EOC/ROC, C4I, CCTV, communications, mass notification and intrusion detection systems.  Responsible for the development of task order proposals as well as the cost, schedule and quality of the work performed in the completion of the tasks.  Travel and on-site project management support for installation efforts may be required.  Will be involved with some or all of the following general job activities as they relate at the programmatic level:

• Development of cost proposals;
• Assignment of tasks to team members;
• Assessing the potential risks of specific projects, as well as undertaking risk management in specialist roles;
• Providing management direction to project managers and senior engineering personnel;
• Cost management;
• Scope management;
• Schedule management;
• Material procurement oversight;
• Project execution in accordance with the concepts of PMI
• Contract negotiation
• Interface with senior government officials
• Business development within the assigned program(s)

Education:  A bachelors degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.  Masters Degree in Engineering or MBA is required.  Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification is required  

Experience:  Fifteen (15) years project/program management experience.   At least ten (10)  years experience shall be as a direct supervisor.  Experience shall include financial management, staffing, contract compliance, deliverables and client relations.  Must also have experience in managing programs/projects for SPAWAR- Charleston with particular emphasis on electronic security systems, design and installation

Required skills:  Must understand the project management process and the use of various cost control measures to include EVM.   Must be able to use MS Project and be able to develop detailed, resource loaded schedules.  Must be able to write clearly and concisely to produce a variety of project planning documents and reports.   Must be able to communicate well with persons at all levels of the project management process, from technicians to senior customer staff.  Able to make effective presentations to customers and senior management.  A security clearance may be required for this position required.