Deputy Project Manager 04179 LBYD Federal

North Wind Group•Kings Bay, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness”, is the motto that we put into action every day. We perform high quality planning, engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, with our employees being our greatest asset. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects for a wide variety of federal clients nationwide. LBYD Federal prides ourselves in being responsive to our clients and partners by empowering you to make decisions and build trust on the front lines. We also provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop and grow your career through education, training, certifications, work assignments, and advancement. We also provide additional career growth opportunities across affiliated business lines including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities. LBYD Federal has a highly competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching and medical, dental, and life insurance options. We have a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a health & wellness program, and an employee service awards program to enhance your experience and job satisfaction. Additionally, we support the communities where we live and work by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local organizations. LBYD Federal is a diverse, veteran-friendly firm that provides the right environment for leaders and results-oriented professionals to thrive. Come join our team!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ten (10) or more years of relevant technical or project management experience
Demonstrated experience managing task-order based, cost-reimbursable projects with total budget of $25M (over 5-years) or a yearly budget of $5M
Demonstrated experience overseeing and integrating operations, work control and planning, finance and accounting, project controls, scheduling, safety, quality, and procurement
Demonstrated ability to manage project teams of +40 personnel
Demonstrated ability to lead large project teams and manage very difficult and complex projects and to take collective action, monitor work, manage conflict, and coordinate the activities of others
Demonstrated ability to interface with clients, manage customer expectations and satisfaction, provide status reports to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to supervise and integrate individuals at many different professional levels
Skilled in PC usage and associated software including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
Ability to develop project schedules and budgets; Interpret progress schedules and cost accounting reports; Develop, evaluate, and interpret production and earned value metrics
Experience in using Teams or similar software regarding remote meetings or video conferencing.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills to include oversight and coordination
Knowledge of financial reporting, performance metric management, and profit & loss (P&L) management
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Write plans, procedures, routine reports, operating instructions, and correspondence
Communicate clearly and succinctly on a technical level
Work with mathematical concepts
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions
Solve practical problems
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Marine Mammal program along with experience with the Navy (or other government agencies)
Deltek Cost Point accounting software
Broad knowledge of industry standards and practices
Ability to work overtime and travel as needed
Experience in a DOD work environment
U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

B.S. degree in related field preferred
PMP Certification
Experience in Navy’s Marine Mammals Program

Responsibilities

Allocate project staff resources efficiently to execute 24/7 Operation excellence
Manage resource needs (staffing, subcontractors, and materials)
Develop, train, and manage the project team of approximately 40 personnel
Oversee overall execution of the work and Operations
Ensure work is performed according to contract requirements, scope of work, procedures, and policies
Ensure Operational policies and procedures (i.e., Standard Operating Procedures, Dive Plans, Boat Safety, Emergency Response, etc.) are updated, that the staff is trained, and perform Management Self Assessments to ensure complete compliance
Coordinate Operations with all functional groups including safety, quality, contracts, project controls, accounting
Review and approve vendor / subcontractor invoices
Work with the project coordinator and accounting to provide timely and quality monthly invoices with all associated cost-plus FAR requirements
Facilitate customer review and resolve customer questions and comments on invoices
Track and proactively manage change on the project through internal and external change control processes
Coordinate with project coordinator to ensure all employee training is performed / tracked as required per contract and SOPs
Provide innovative solutions and approaches to increase project / team productivity
Ensure project staff has a project progression pathway and is routinely discussed and monitored to ensure employee progression and success
Exhibit a positive attitude and open communication with customer and project staff for providing a positive work environment
Track actual costs for change against budgets
Conduct periodic project and customer meetings to review progress and discuss issues
Ensure problems involving coordination, schedule and the setting of priorities are resolved by the project teams
Prepare and/or direct the preparation of progress and special reports to customers and corporate management
Oversee subcontractor administration and management of subcontracted work and vendor activities
Assist with the collection, evaluation and reporting of project earned value and production metrics
Present status reports to management
Participate in periodic project review meetings (internal and external)
Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of project deliverables
Ensure deliverable milestone dates are met