Job Code: PM23245
Date Posted: 06-25-2010
Job Category: Project Manager - IT
Job Description: Manages a technical group with the primary responsibility for management of existing government support contracts new business development in the areas of Information Technology, specifically Network Support & Helpdesk. Responsibilities include defining and meeting financial objectives, recruitment, training, business acquisition, and overall execution of all projects within the group. Responsibilities also include business and proposal development. The desired candidate must have a solid background in the government contracting arena, preferable in the DoD environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: a. Ensures cost and technical performance of all assigned projects and grow the current operation division in Huntsville. b. Manages the activities of all assigned Project Managers. c. Performs or directs division marketing activities. d. Reviews and approves all deliverables. e. Prepares and monitors the progress of project plans for major projects. f. Assists with proposal development, project planning, and budget support. g. Establishes objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities. h. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed timeframe and funding parameters. i. Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project, and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel. j. Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority. k. Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. l. Tracks program against its schedule, budget, and against phase review objectives, reporting status to Division Manager on a regular basis. m. Recommends new processes where needed to improve quality or on-time delivery. n. Schedules and allocates work; provides advice, guidance, and training to subordinates, and recommends personnel actions for subordinates. SUPERVISION/FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: a. Supervisory Responsibility – May supervise junior/mid-level Program Managers, Project Managers, senior technical staff, and other support staff as assigned. b. Supervision Received - Works under limited supervision of the Division Manager with wide freedom for independent action consistent with requirements of position. Work is subject to review for objectives achieved, soundness of judgment and overall adequacy. c. Financial Responsibility

Job Requirements: Required Skills: - Education/Experience - B.S. or equivalent in an IT related feild (business, or financial discipline may also be acceptable) plus eight to ten years of program management experience; five years of project management experience. Relevant and equivalent experience may be substituted for degree requirement. Excellent interpersonal and market dynamics skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills, analytical, organizational, and management aptitude. - Certifications/Training - CIO Training, ITIL v3, and PMP certification. - Level of Security Clearance (if applicable) – Secret [minimum] Preferred Skills & Certifications: WORKING RELATIONSHIPS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT: a. Internal Interaction - Interacts with all levels of management, with other professionals, and build a relationship with the business community in Huntsville. b. External Interaction - Interacts with customer and contractor personnel and with other organizations. c. Physical Demands - Normal office activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. d. Working Conditions - Normal office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Education Requirements: 4 yr. Degree

Job Type: Full-Time

Travel Requirements: Some Travel

Job Location: Northern/Huntsville, Alabama