Bowhead Support Services

IT Project Manager

Bowhead Support Services$105K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in engineering, IT, or computer science with 2-3 years project management experience or a high school diploma with 7 years of IT project management experience
  • Experience managing high visibility or critical projects independently
  • Strong foundation in project management principles
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with employees and government stakeholders
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead teams
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and active Secret clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Provide project management support for all IT projects within the division
  • Advise the Program Manager on IT requirements and execution
  • Develop project scope, plans, estimates, and schedules
  • Optimize local IT/network operations and telecommunications support services
  • Standardize and optimize IT design and infrastructure in collaboration with leadership
  • Coordinate projects related to the physical network infrastructure
  • Monitor service desk operations and recommend improvements
  • Ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion
  • Deliver status reports to both Navy and Bowhead leadership

Benefits

  • 100% onsite position
  • Opportunity to work with the Navy's premier assessment agency
  • Engagement in a dynamic scaled agile environment
  • Potential for growth in project management skills
  • Involvement in mission-critical IT support operations
Full Job Description
Overview

Bowhead seeks an IT Project Manager to join our team supporting the program office for NSWC Corona - Corona Division in Norco, California. The Project Manager will work directly with the Program Manager and the client analyzing complex and unique physical plant and technical support assignments within a scaled agile environment.

This position is 100% onsite.

Corona Division is the Navy's premier independent assessment agent responsible for gauging the warfighting capability of Navy ships and aircraft by assessing weapons and integrated combat systems' performance, readiness, quality, and supportability. The project manager will support the technical infrastructure supporting Corona Division operations in the areas of IT operations.

Responsibilities
• Provide general project management support for all existing and new IT projects across the division
• Provide IT management advisory support to the Program Manager in support and execution of Corona Division IT requirements
• Develop project scope of work, plans, estimate and schedule
• Work with section leads to optimize local IT/network operations and support services, as well as telecommunications support services
• Work with Corona Division leadership to standardize and optimize the design and architecture of the IT and infrastructure
• Coordinate and oversee projects related to physical network infrastructure, including the installation of all cable types (i.e. Coax, fiber optic, etc.)
• Monitor and report on service desk operations, to include performance metrics and identifying areas of improvement
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Demonstrate exceptional writing and oral communication skills and ensure premier quality products and services are delivered
• Maintain, organize and update all program documentation as required
• Provide formal status reports to Navy and Bowhead leadership as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, information technology, computer science or related technical field of study and two to three (2-3) years of experience managing IT projects, reporting status of projects and the development of data analytics, OR
• High school degree, or a GED, and seven(7) years of experience managing IT projects, reporting status of projects and the development of data analytics
• Proven ability to work on high visible or mission critical aspects of a given program and perform all functional duties independently
• Strong foundation in project management principles who is eager to grow their skills in a dynamic environment.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government personnel, and other stakeholders
• Strong team player, interpersonal skills, good judgment, and the ability to lead a team and work with company leadership
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Certification Required
• Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Desired Qualifications:
• Experience working with DoW or other government environment
• Familiarity with ServiceNow or other IT Service Management System
• Experience with Cisco and Windows/Linux Networks
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is highly desired
• Relevant technical or management certifications a plus

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the minimum Secret level.

Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Targeted salary range is $105,000 to $150,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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About Bowhead Support Services

Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
Learn more about Bowhead Support Services
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million
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