Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER (UICPSS-22-0738-W): Bowhead seeks a Project Manager to join our team in support of the upcoming proposal. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the day to day staffing, financials and contract requirements of this contract. The Project Manager will be expected to act as the Point of Contact for the government customer, provide leadership and mentorship to employees and to provide daily day-to-day direction on-site to ensure the success of this contract. Essential functions will include: o Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects o Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget o Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility o Ensure resource availability and allocation o Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress o Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques o Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques o Report and escalate to management as needed o Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders o Perform risk management to minimize potential risks o Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors o Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation o Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project o Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members' individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels o Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals o Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis o Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members o Use and continually develop leadership skills o Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency o Perform other related duties as assigned Requirements In accordance with Executive Order 14042: Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, candidates should be aware that they may be required to have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire. • Bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of professional experience is required. • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preferred • Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. • Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: No security clearance required. US Citizenship is a requirement at this location. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification. Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes. UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/). UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar corporation recognized as one of the top 25 8(a) companies for government contracting. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. Link to Apply: https://rn21.ultipro.com/UKP1001/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?ID=05459E5E2683F52B #LI-JR1