Project Manager (SOCOM)

Culmen International LLC

$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in project management, preferably within a government context
  • Background in supporting USSOCOM or similar Department of Defense agencies
  • Familiarity with managing government contracts and contractor personnel
  • Experience with project planning, resource allocation, and budget execution
  • Knowledge of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and quality assurance protocols
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication capabilities
  • Top Secret Clearance and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required

Responsibilities

  • Assist in project initiation, planning, execution, and closure for new SOCOM capabilities
  • Act as the primary point of contact between the government and contractor team
  • Create and implement strategic and resource plans aligned with USSOCOM objectives
  • Administer project operations to ensure compliance with contracts
  • Oversee the development of quality assurance processes and ensure reporting standards are met
  • Review and manage submission of CDRLs and other deliverables
  • Support resource planning processes including POM submissions and spending plans
  • Manage budget execution and invoice reviews for project funding
  • Conduct technical assessments to drive project performance improvements
  • Lead project management tasks to guarantee scope, schedule, and cost integrity

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for employees
  • 401k with immediate vesting and 4% match
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability
  • Availability of supplemental insurance options
  • Access to training and continuing education opportunities
  • 12 paid holidays annually
Full Job Description
About the Role

Culmen International is seeking a Project Manager for USSOCOM support at Fort Bragg / Fort Liberty, NC.

The Project Manager will assist the government with the initiation, planning, execution and closure of projects for new capabilities in the SOCOM Information Environment (SIE) in support of USSOCOM requirements.

USSOCOM requires comprehensive program support encompassing:
  • Strategic planning and resource planning
  • Project management and administration
  • Quality assurance development and reporting
  • Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) review
  • Strategic resource planning support (e.g., POM submissions, spend plans)
  • Budget execution support, including funding document processing and invoice review
  • Technical and application assessment support


What You'll Do in Your New Role

  • Assist the government with the initiation, planning, execution and closure of projects for new capabilities in the SOCOM Information Environment (SIE)
  • Serve as the primary interface between the Government customer and contractor team
  • Develop and execute strategic plans, resource plans, and program objectives aligned with USSOCOM mission requirements
  • Manage and administer project operations, ensuring compliance with contract requirements
  • Oversee development and implementation of quality assurance processes and reporting
  • Review, manage, and ensure timely submission of all CDRLs and deliverables
  • Support and manage strategic resource planning processes, including POM submissions and spend plans
  • Oversee budget execution activities, including funding document processing and invoice review
  • Lead technical and application assessments to support project's performance and continuous improvement
  • Manage project's scope, schedule, cost, and performance to ensure successful execution
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Provide leadership, direction, and coordination to program staff and subcontractors
  • Support project's reviews, briefings, and stakeholder engagements


Required Qualifications

  • Relevant experience supporting related Government agency may be substituted in lieu of formal education
  • Experience supporting USSOCOM or similar DoD organizations
  • Demonstrated experience managing Government contracts and contractor personnel
  • Experience with project planning, resource management, and budget execution processes
  • Familiarity with CDRLs, quality assurance reporting, and contract compliance requirements
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to engage effectively with senior Government stakeholders
  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • PMI Project Management Professional required


  • Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, premiums for employees are 100% paid by Culmen, and dependent coverage is available at a nominal rate (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
  • 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match
  • Life insurance and disability paid by the company
  • Supplemental Insurance Available
  • Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
  • 12 Paid Holidays


To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

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