Technical Project Manager

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Cambridge International Systems, Inc. has a full-time Technical Project Manager opportunity available in Virginia Beach, VA. Qualified candidates for this job must possess a current DoD Top Secret security clearance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the performance of relatively small technical projects or a definable portion of a larger technical program in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Directs and supervises all support resources for the performance of project assignments and activities.
• Manages the technical direction of a project through the design, implementation, and testing in accordance with project objectives.
• Also responsible for acquiring follow-on business associated with assigned projects and for supporting new business development by leading relatively small proposals or assisting with major proposals.
• Responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and provides a single point of contact for those projects.
• Takes projects from the original concept through final implementation.
• Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users, computer services, and client services.
• Defines project scope and objectives.
• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
• Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables.
• Manages the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.
• Provides technical and analytical guidance to the project team.
• Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Cambridge requires a technical Project Manager to join our team in support of a Critical Infrastructure Program. The Project Manager candidate will be assigned to Mission-Critical Facility Design and Construction projects for a Navy Customer. The Project Manager will join an existing project management organization, whose responsibilities include:

• Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
• Acts as a technical liaison with vendors.
• Assists in the proposal process and coordinates with Pricing Department when required.
• Responsible for all phases of the project budget.
• Develops Quality Assurance Programs for products and services.
• Prepare Staffing Plans, including skill and labor mix, to support contract operations.
• May be responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in Architecture Engineering & Construction (AEC) strongly preferred.
• Design Build Professional (DBIA) strongly preferred.
• Certified Construction Quality Manager (CQM) preferred.
• Supervises, coordinates, provides leadership to and reviews the work of assigned staff.
• Directly supervises individual contributors in technical positions and/or entry level professionals.
• Estimates staffing needs, assigns work, recommends candidates for employment, makes recommendations for termination, conducts performance evaluations and salary reviews for assigned staff and is responsible for the application of company policies.
• Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience or a masters with 6 - 8 years of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at desk and working on a computer.
• Amount of travel required: up to 30%

Office setting :

• Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.
• Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.
• May be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.

BACKGROUND CHECKS
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background investigation. In connection with working on certain federal contracts, a drug screen may also be required.

BENEFITS AND PERKS
Cambridge International Systems is committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development opportunities, comfortable working conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package, some of which are listed below:

• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• 401(k) matching and immediate vesting
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Performance-based bonuses
• Community involvement & outreach
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tickets at Work

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MORE ABOUT US
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• Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience or a masters with 6 - 8 years of experience.