SUMMARY The Project Manager, Technical is responsible overseeing, planning and coordinating all aspects of the full life cycle of the technical project for the customer. Ensures all project goals and deliverables are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe, budgetary parameters and to the customer’s satisfaction. Manages labor and maintains employee relations regarding hiring, terminations and employee resolution. Provides cohesive team leadership and maintains positive working relationships with the customer and key stakeholders.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
Must have cable plant installation experience.
Must have strong project management skills.
RCDD strongly preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification a plus.
Five to ten (5-10) years experience in government contracting preferred.
Must have management experience.
Proficient in using project management tools for planning, scheduling, tracking activities, managing resources and reporting.
Excellent communication (both written and verbal), active listening, conflict resolution, negotiation, and the ability to build strong working relationships with the team, stakeholders, and clients. Ability to develop contractor and manufacturer resources across the CONUS geography to build a network of business partners.
Day to day familiarity with design and installation requirements for structured cable plant, DAS, WiFi, AV system design and replacement.
Ability to compare competitive quotes and apply real life experience for reasonability.
Ability to manage multiple projects and subcontractors locally and remotely.
Occasional hands on work may be required.
Must be persistent on efforts to develop a business partner network.
Must live in the Washington, D.C. area. Hybrid position onsite at headquarters in DC as needed and some travel required.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Ensures all aspects of project management are carried out efficiently and effectively. Reviews project proposal or plans to determine timeframe, funding limitation, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project. Helps in the preparation of contract deliverables.
Prepares project charts and schedules as needed. Performs job cost analysis. Maintains a solid customer relationship and assures customer satisfaction with the successful execution of the project.
Manages and assists in developing and maintaining information technology programs as requested, in accordance with approved system/subsystem design requirements and specifications.
Ensures employees apply expertise on multiple complex work assignments that may require innovation in determining how to accomplish the tasks. Includes developing the methodology, offering solutions to problems, and contributing to the deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
Coordinates responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s) which may include but is not limited to creating cost estimates and proposals, analyzing quotation request information or specifications and developing a quotation plan. Coordinated pricing information necessary to complete a quotation, as well as review all estimated inputs for completeness, accuracy, and compatibility.
Implements industry best practices, project management tools and methodologies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree and five (5) years Project Management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three (3) years management experience required.
BICSI RCDD, preferred CTS/ CTS D preferred BICSI Copper and Fiber classes, preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred Familiarity with federal terminology, preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $60 to $72.12 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
- STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
- Legal-Aid Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
- Training and Development Opportunities
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).