GIS Project Manager

TEPA Companies•Alexandria, VA

5d•$134,995 - $168,227•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tepa Companies are seeking a GIS Project Manager to support the Technology Business Unit and manage project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope. This role establishes and manages staff for each phase of the project(s) and is responsible for identifying and resolving project performance and personnel problems, complying with all Tepa and client project management policies and procedures, managing project budgets, deadlines and deliverables, and executing projects per executed agreements. Project Managers also participate in and often lead proposal writing, cost estimation, resource planning, contract reviews, and client and subcontractor relationship management. This role is key to obtaining customer satisfaction, growing customer relationships, and expanding our business opportunities with our clientele.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Information Technology or related field
5+ years of leadership experience in increasingly advanced geospatial/GIS technical positions
1+ years of successful experience working as a technical Project Manager in technology consulting organization
Experience managing highly technical projects such as GIS data capture/creation/conversion, geospatial workflow automation, creating/configuring web viewer applications, federal/defense technical training projects, etc.
Previous experience performing technical work on the types of projects you manage to provide context for Project Management decisions (e.g., working as a GIS Analyst or Solutions Engineer, Reality Capture Specialist, etc.)
Ability to obtain a security clearance, Transportation Working Identification Card (TWIC) or similar, which typically requires proof of U.S. Citizenship and a background check
History of successful interaction with people of widely varying technical knowledge, such as IT administrators, end users, managers, and decision makers
Solid understanding of project financials, project management practices, and customer service
Demonstrated success managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adjust terminology and tone for a variety of different types of audiences
Ability to prioritize required tasks to meet multiple stringent schedule deadlines
Solid understanding of business analysis techniques and processes
Ability to work with various departments to facilitate the orderly execution of a proposed project plan
Experience using Project Management Software to plan projects and schedule resources (e.g., Microsoft Project, Zoho Projects, Primavera P6, etc.)
Strong Microsoft Excel Expertise
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for requirements gathering, system documentation, training and other collaborative activities

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent
Experience with water utility or water district projects and organizations
Consulting experience with local government and seaport Esri GIS projects is also welcome
Experience performing or leading Geospatial System integration activities
GIS Consulting experience for multiple simultaneous clients
Significant technical experience with the Esri-based (e.g. Utility Network, Geometric Networks, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, etc.) and Esri-adjacent geospatial technology tools
Experience with mobile and field data capture technologies (e.g., ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, GPS, Lidar, etc.)
Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (e.g., Costpoint/Deltek, Unanet, etc.)
Esri Associate or Professional level certifications

Responsibilities

Manages multiple projects, client and subcontractor relationships, and project staff.
Secures subcontractor pricing, project specifications, and task schedule coordination.
Directly manages teams of people who often work on multiple projects from different physical locations and time zones.
Coordinates, leads, and participates in project and technology related meetings and conference calls.
Tracks and runs monthly financials on projects, along with weekly and monthly status reports.
Participates in regularly scheduled financial Program Reviews and provides project financial information as requested.
Contributes to all team efforts by taking ownership of assigned tasks and duties, and is fully transparent and accountable for the successful performance of assigned tasks.
Performs all duties with the highest possible degree of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
Focuses particular attention on developing and maintaining client relationships and ensuring client satisfaction through the production of superior quality deliverables that meet or exceed client expectations.
Develops and outline work processes and procedures.
Communicates with subcontractors to outline tasks and delivery schedule.
Develops estimates and proposals.
Develops deeper relationships with current clients and upsells where appropriate.
Provides well-informed input into teaming discussions, marketing activities and sales strategies for the types of projects, clients and markets that they specialize in managing.
Ensure timely approval and submission of invoices to clients and prime contractors in compliance with Tepa’s financial calendar.
Works with clients to resolve payment of invoices, gain acceptance of deliverables and other business necessities related to the management of their projects.
Travel to client and project sites 1 – 2 times per month or as directed by EVP or Operations Manager.
Other duties as assigned