Deputy Project Manager

The Algorithm Modeling and Assessment Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.

is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to help support a growing list of programs involving modernization of explosives and energetic materials production facilities, munitions production, and novel production system design.

In this role you will collaborate with project/program managers, explosives and munitions subject matter experts, and federal stakeholders to support research and development capabilities and ongoing production operations.

Candidates must be eager to learn, embrace a safety-first mindset, and work effectively with diverse teams, including peers, clients, and stakeholders.

Candidates for this position must be a US citizen residing within the US.

This position is located at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head (NSWC-IH) and will require you to be onsite.

This position does not allow for a remote or hybrid work schedule. 

Responsibilities Include: 


* Oversee the proper execution of projects, including detailed planning, scheduling, and procurement aligned with customer specifications.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and program management counterparts to develop comprehensive plans for technical deliverables and schedules. 


* Develop and implement strategies to meet project objectives while managing scope, schedule, and budget. 


* Monitor project performance and apply change management principles to address scope issues, risks, and resource constraints in collaboration with Project Controls Analysts. 


* Prepare detailed reports for senior leadership on project progress, challenges, and solutions. 


* Engage with federal agencies, corporate partners, and local officials to drive project success.


* Provide leadership for the safe and cost-effective execution of manufacturing capabilities in complex production environments, in collaboration with federal defense clients. 


* Develop, plan, and execute goals that align with client objectives and ensure timely, quality deliverables.

Lead regular client facing meetings to update progress and facilitate technical discussion. 


* Implement and monitor safety and quality programs, ensuring all project staff adhere to contractual terms, scope of work, regulatory requirement, and client specific quality and safety standards. 

Qualifications  


* Bachelor's degree in engineering, management or other related discipline with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6 - 8 years of experience.

 


* At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. 


* PMP certification or equivalent project management training. 


* Proven experience managing DoD projects.


* Expertise in resource and risk management, with the ability to maximize ROI for large-scale projects. 


* Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, including the integration and coordination o...