Senior Manager Project/Program Management

ASRC Federal•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

Serves as Project Manager supporting the Alaska Radar System (ARS), a United States Air Force operation and maintenance radar contract. The Project Manager is responsible for overall management of the ARS project and is the primary point of contact with the ARS owner, PACAF Regional Support Center, and the Government on contract matters. The position approves policies and policy changes; oversees budgetary assets and debits; and approves expenditures over $5,000. The Project Manager hires, supervises, reviews the performance of, and disciplines the management team, which includes the Controller, Contracts Manager, Human Resources Manager, Operations Manager, Logistics Manager, and Quality Manager. The role assigns functional leads, ensures compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, and prepares periodic performance reviews for the customer. The Project Manager plans and manages project resources, budgets, schedules, risks, quality, and stakeholder communications in accordance with the performance work statement. The role leads a diverse workforce and management team, maintains relationships with the Air Force and other government agencies, and ensures compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations and the project work statement. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in a related field from an accredited educational institution; an associate degree in a related field and three years of related experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
Five years of Base Operations and Support (BOS) or Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contract experience at a remote location.
Five years of leadership experience.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and any pre-hire employment requirements testing.
Knowledge of regulations, concepts, principles, and practices related to trades and crafts managed and supervised.
Knowledge of Department of Defense and Air Force regulations, principles, and practices.
Knowledge of project planning, funding, and operations management systems.
Knowledge of Union Collective Bargaining Agreements, the Service Contract Act, and the Davis-Bacon Act.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and interpret readiness factors and formulate procedural solutions to problems.
Problem-solving and leadership skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Budget development and tracking skills.
Mentoring and coaching skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Knowledge of contract negotiation.
Strategic planning, risk management, and change management skills.
Ability to operate computers and Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited educational institution.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Preference is given to eligible and qualified ASRC shareholders.

Responsibilities

Plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed as outlined in the performance work statement.
Create strategic long- and short-term plans, set milestone targets, and adhere to deadlines.
Delegate tasks as needed.
Make improvements, solve problems, and take corrective action when problems arise.
Monitor project activities and resources to mitigate risk.
Manage a diverse workforce and team, following applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Lead and direct the management team and oversee its performance and employee relations.
Communicate with executives, the board, and employees to keep the project aligned with their goals.
Perform quality control throughout project development to maintain expected standards.
Maintain good relations with the Air Force and other government agencies to ensure quality standards and products are completed within budget.
Manage the project budget and ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and Project Work Statement.
Attend and participate in meetings and presentations as required.
Approve policies and policy changes and approve expenditures over $5,000.
Hire, supervise, conduct performance reviews for, and discipline management team members.
Assign functional leads and ensure compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
Prepare periodic performance reviews for the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.