Senior Principal Project Manager
About The Position
The Senior Principal of Space and Mission System (SMS) Project Management and Operations will be responsible for leading and managing SMS's facilities portfolio and overall operational activities. This role requires deep expertise in project strategy, portfolio management, project execution, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will align project management and operational strategies with the company's business objectives to ensure that SMS’s global projects and operations support our growth and operational efficiency. Essential Functions: Develop and implement a SMS real estate and operations strategy that aligns with SMS’s business goals Manage and optimize the SMS real estate portfolio, including leased and owned properties Lead key real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and lease negotiations Oversee the design, construction, and maintenance of facilities to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and support business operations efficiently Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and consultants Ensure financial efficiency by controlling costs and budgets for real estate and operational activities Collaborate with other departments to support business needs and ensure facilities and operations are equipped for current and future growth Conduct regular audits and assessments of real estate assets and operational processes to ensure optimal utilization and performance Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational effectiveness Ability to obtain US Government security clearance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 15 years of prior related experience; Or, Graduate Degree with a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years of prior related experience
- Ability to travel as needed
Nice To Haves
- 5 years of experience in a leadership role
- Experience in strategic planning and execution of real estate and operations strategies
- Strong knowledge of global real estate markets, operations management, and industry trends
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and financial management skills
- Ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams
- Professional certifications such as CCIM, SIOR, PMP, or similar
- Familiarity with real estate and operations technology and software tools
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a SMS real estate and operations strategy that aligns with SMS’s business goals
- Manage and optimize the SMS real estate portfolio, including leased and owned properties
- Lead key real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and lease negotiations
- Oversee the design, construction, and maintenance of facilities to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and support business operations efficiently
- Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and consultants
- Ensure financial efficiency by controlling costs and budgets for real estate and operational activities
- Collaborate with other departments to support business needs and ensure facilities and operations are equipped for current and future growth
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of real estate assets and operational processes to ensure optimal utilization and performance
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational effectiveness
- Ability to obtain US Government security clearance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
