Project Manager- Detroit

Eccalon•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager manages and directs the daily execution of multiple programs or large-scale projects, ensuring contract requirements, cost objectives, schedules, and performance goals are achieved. The role is the primary interface with customers and internal stakeholders and provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from proposal development through project closeout. The position leads integrated product teams and program meetings; develops and manages project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations; monitors performance; and provides status updates to senior management. It also supports customer engagement, business development and proposal activities, financial and schedule control, risk and compliance management, and continuous improvement. The role ensures contractual obligations are completed and documented, and that project execution complies with company policies and applicable requirements, including FAR.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of project management, program management, or related experience.
Experience managing complex government, military, defense, or commercial contracts and programs.
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and risk management.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing customer relationships.
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with project planning and scheduling tools.
Ability to develop project budgets, statements of work, and project performance metrics.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred but not required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the daily execution of multiple programs or large-scale projects in accordance with contract requirements.
Lead integrated product teams and facilitate project kickoffs, status reviews, closeout meetings, and other program meetings.
Develop, implement, and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
Ensure contracts and subcontracts meet cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives.
Monitor project performance and provide regular status updates to senior management.
Serve as the primary customer contact for matters related to contract execution.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, and represent the organization at customer reviews, program meetings, seminars, and management briefings.
Coordinate with internal departments to resolve contractual, technical, and programmatic issues.
Participate as a team leader in bid and proposal activities and ensure RFP requirements are addressed in proposal preparation and submission.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities with the Sales Department.
Support contract and subcontract negotiations while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Develop and manage program budgets, including labor, material, travel, and purchased services.
Perform schedule and cost variance analysis using EVM principles and track performance against milestones and objectives.
Implement corrective action plans when budget or schedule deviations are identified, and escalate critical concerns to senior leadership when necessary.
Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate program risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure contractual activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations, including FAR; obtain management approval for decisions that may affect cost, schedule, or scope.
Ensure timely project closeout and proper documentation of contractual obligations.
Develop leading and lagging performance indicators, establish BOMs and BOEs, support continuous improvement and project management best practices, and lead program reviews and executive briefings as required.