Program Manager - San Diego CA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead all external communications with the customers and senior leadership team. Develop and track new and existing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and multiple metrics to evaluate overall program performance through the use of our Earned Value Metrics System (EVMS). Ensure the successful execution of programs during pre-production, production, and avail closeout phases. Hold all departments accountable for meeting schedule and cost goals throughout the duration of each project. Maintain/develop our current Lifecycle Management System, through the use of the Earned Value Management System and daily observation of each project. Works with the logistics, procurement, and materials team to communicate project demands for materials in alignment with the schedule. Review quality key performance indicators to evaluate and identify opportunities for improvement across all trades working on project (Craft and Non-Craft). Monitors and manages the Change Process across all departments; monitor incoming change from our customers, ensure change is processed quickly and accurately through our contracts/sun-contracts team, ensure change is quickly incorporated and funded into our integrated schedule, and monitor successful execution within production. Monitor TIP/OQE completion to support project quality requirements and schedule goals. Monitor cost and schedule performance across all departments; evaluate performance weekly and develop mitigation plans with Ships Management teams as required. De-conflict subcontractor issues as required (along with Ship Manager), in alignment with overall schedule goals. Work with Ship Managers to develop area management plans prior to the start of production (work strategy, sequencing, temp services arrangements, etc.) with the facilities, planning, and production teams and support departments; Ship Manager to execute once work has begun. Exercise judgement in evaluating and proactively anticipating schedule and budget deviations; provide solutions to Ship Manager for resolution. Coordinate communication and feedback with customer (IDRs, CFRs, etc.) to resolve technical issues where additional guidance is required (PM operates at SWRMC level; SM operates at Ship’s Force level). Understand and adhere to NAVSEA Standard Items (Repair) and commercial standards as required. Manage conflict in a collaborative working environment; support meetings and tasking as assigned by Director of Programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Development, Finance, or similar field and 8 years of experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Program/Project Management
Experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments and monitor performance (EVM, KPIS, Metrics, etc.)
Experience in developing concepts, plans, and schedules and effectively communicating them to others
Experience in organizing, planning, and prioritizing projects, requirements, and resources on short-term and/or long-term basis
Ability to identify and analyze problems and collaborate to explore solutions
Ability to compute, analyze, and statistical or financial data for reporting purposes
Ability to compile data and develop status reports and presentations for leadership and customers
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills within internal and external stakeholders
Strong communication and presentation skills
Proficient in MS Office

Nice To Haves

Ship Repair or Maritime Industry Experience Required

Responsibilities

Lead all external communications with customers and senior leadership.
Develop and track KPIs and metrics for program performance using EVMS.
Ensure successful program execution through pre-production, production, and closeout phases.
Hold departments accountable for schedule and cost goals.
Maintain and develop the Lifecycle Management System using EVMS and project observation.
Communicate project material demands to logistics, procurement, and materials teams.
Review quality KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
Monitor and manage the change process, ensuring accurate and timely processing and incorporation into the schedule.
Monitor TIP/OQE completion for quality and schedule goals.
Monitor and manage cost and schedule performance, developing mitigation plans.
De-conflict subcontractor issues.
Develop area management plans with relevant teams.
Evaluate and anticipate schedule and budget deviations, providing solutions.
Coordinate communication and feedback with customers to resolve technical issues.
Adhere to NAVSEA Standard Items and commercial standards.
Manage conflict in a collaborative environment.
Support meetings and tasking as assigned by the Director of Programs.