Job Title: Senior Project Management Support
Location: Arnold AFB- Tullahoma, TN (On-site)
Canvas is seeking a qualified individual to provide advisory and assistance services to the Air Force in project/program management efforts associated with specific test needs at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will provide a wide range of services including procurement support, contract administration assistance, and records management/administrative support for a variety of planning and executing projects.
Duties: - Documenting project scope, objectives, KPPs, and KSAs.
- Working knowledge of project phases (Initiation, Planning, Design, Execution, and Closeout).
- Monthly project review briefings to our Air Force customer.
- Working with finance to develop project spend plans.
- Holding weekly/bi-weekly meetings for project updates.
- Advise the Air Force of any project disconnects, risks, opportunities, and overall progress.
- Define and document project requirements and deliverables through direct stakeholder engagement.
- Managing complex projects of all sizes.
- Knowledge/Familiarity of project acquisition strategy and key program events such as decision points, reviews, contract award, Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) structure.
- Follow a structured system engineering approach that facilitates project milestone reviews including but not limited to; Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Verification Readiness Review (VRR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA).
- Assess contractor documentation against project requirements.
- Ensuring all documentation is in place and stored in proper repository.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Developing contingency plans to minimize risks and keep projects on track.
- Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution across all locations.
- Mentor, lead, and train younger PMs on the team
Requirements:PMP certification desirable
Minimum Education:- PM3 - Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
- PM4 - Master's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
- SME - Recognized as an industry leader in field of expertise.
Minimum Experience:- PM3 3-10 years of experience
- PM4 10+ years of experience
Security Clearance:Must be able to acquire and maintaint a Secret clearance
Other Essential Job Functions:- Highly organized with excellent communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- 5-10% travel may be required
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Benefits of Working with CanvasTo reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:
- Competitive Wages*
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
- Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
- Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
- Discretionary performance-based bonuses
- And many more!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.
