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General Dynamics Information Technology

Project Manager

General Dynamics Information Technology, Falls Church, Virginia, United States, 22042


Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:

Project/Task Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communication, Project Deliverables, Teamwork

Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:Transform technology into opportunity as a Project Manager with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Project Manager, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Project Manager joining our team to manage a small to medium size team and projects that are Small to Medium Complexity.

HOW A PROJECT MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Accountable for managing 1-4 projects at a time; accountable for administrative tasks and performance management of direct reports

Define, plan, and deliver a given strategic initiative

Ensure project end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefit

Direct small to medium-scale projects often involving multiple internal and external constituents and matrixed partners

Accountable for one or more business, operational, and IT deliverables

Manage all aspects of the project and architecture lifecycle and work with matrixed IT partners to oversee all SDLC (software development cycle) phases of a project

Rigorously manage scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed upon time, cost, and quality parameters

Validate financial forecasts and provide on-going reconciliation of resources and other related project expenditures

Develop written and verbal communication plans

Serve as a subject matter expert in routinely briefing key stakeholders on different aspects of assigned initiatives

Represent assigned projects in various governance and inter-department forums

Chair regular project meetings and progress reviews with key constituents/stakeholders

Define and track project milestones while developing, maintaining, and reporting on an overall integrated delivery schedule

Develop the project charter, integrated project plan, resource plan, contingency plan, and related project management artifacts

Create and publish periodic project status reports

Escalate risks and issues from projects to the management team

Propose recommendations and adjustments for improving project management methodologies and processes

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Experience:

Five (5) years in a Project Manager role successfully delivering various IT and business solutions in an enterprise setting. Three (3) years’ experience performing in a company internal Information Technology environment.

Required Technical Skills:

Microsoft Office Suite

Required Certification:

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Proven ability to quickly earn the trust of sponsors and key stakeholders; mobilize and motivate teams; set direction and approach; resolve conflict; deliver tough messages with grace; execute with limited information and ambiguity. Solid influencing skills. Ability to navigate a highly matrixed organization effectively. Sound business and technical acumen. Experience with stakeholder management. Focused and versatile team player that is comfortable under pressure. Ability to communicate at all levels with clarity and precision both written and verbally. Includes strong meeting facilitation skills. Strong presentation skills. Ability to remove barriers and enable teams to complete their objectives. Demonstrated, applied experience establishing and delivering complex projects. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Exemplary core project management skills including multiple aspects of the PMBOK. Ability to create, update, and maintain a detailed project schedule. Extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management and SDLC methodologies and tools. Proficient in the use of SharePoint, conferencing/collaboration software, project scheduling tools. Familiarity with Smartsheet.

Location:

Hybrid position working between GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA and home office. Travel will be less than 10%.

Security Clearance Level:

None required

U.S Citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real. GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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