Subject Matter Expert (Project Management)

Overview

A leader in cutting-edge research and technology in the cyber arena, CPMG focuses on using business drivers to guide cybersecurity activities and manage risk. CPMG offers flexible, integrative solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors, among others, and specializes in cybersecurity, information and operational technology, electronic security surveillance, and support services.

Summary:

The Subject Matter Expert (Contracts specialist) will play an integral role in ensuring effectiveness and productivity by overseeing and providing outstanding administrative support and managing the overall administration of the National Museum of Natural History, as well as Special Projects for the Associate Director of Operations. This position is a part of the management team, and s/he will represent the organization in daily interactions with external and internal constituents and must operate on many levels with efficiency, enthusiasm and professionalism.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise all contract support service staff on this contract.
• Oversee large, often cross-functional, organization-wide projects or initiatives as assigned; bring together important stakeholders and help drive decisions.
• Track the timelines of various projects to ensure that deadlines are met, and goals accomplished.
• Develop milestones, monitor progress/achievement of next steps.
• Research, perform benchmarking, analyze data, and make recommendations.
• Propose the creation of new systems and processes to streamline operations.
• Monitors contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contract and policies.
• Administers the billing process and eligibility monitoring functions for contract billings.
• Evaluates expenditure data and makes projections to ensure appropriate use of funds.
• Reviews fiscal expenditure reports for completeness, appropriateness, and accuracy.
• Serves as a liaison with contract providers to ensure participation is consistent with program, legal, and fiscal requirements.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• The Contractor shall provide program management support for IT innovation projects.
• The Contractor shall maintain knowledge of programs and other projects.
• The Contractor shall attend key meetings to maintain situational awareness of the issues, actions, and requirements affecting the Department.
• The contractor shall create SOP's, training materials for staff, presentations and workflows as requested.
• The Contractor shall assist in the development and production of technical briefings and presentations associated with NMNH. The Contractor shall participate in requirements definition, top level design, integration, and testing.
• The Contractor shall provide inputs to and assist in developing contractual documentation planning and preparation (e.g. Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ), Task Requirements Notices (TRN), Statement of Objectives (SOO), Statement of Work (SOW), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Work outputs will meet the requirements of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as supplemented by all applicable policies and will be provided within the timeframe assigned.
• The Contractor shall assist in the review of the statement of work for Information Technology and Business Process Management services.
• The Contractor shall provide senior level acquisition strategies and risk mitigation plans for major procurements.
• The Contractor shall prepare White Paper Technology assessments on potential innovative processes and applications that would benefit NMNH.
• The Contractor shall determine and maintain schedule of milestones and deliverables for IT programs and projects.
• The Contractor shall document high-level business and technical process requirements.
• The Contractor shall review commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) technical Requirements and test plans.
• The Contractor shall provide expert knowledge in IT systems, data base management, across multiple mission areas and platforms.
• The Contractor shall prepare briefing materials for senior executives on a weekly and monthly basis. The Contractor shall collect the required inputs from NMNH Staff.
• The Contractor shall assist in the office program/project planning, staff coordination, financial reviews, technology assessments, data analyses and program specific financial issues.
• The Contractor shall be responsible for oversight of IT property at NMNH.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of state procurement and contract management requirements, regulations, and best practices; negotiating contracts; developing contracts; business administration and accounting principles and practices; and policies and procedures of contract management.
• High level of proficiency using in databases, and other applicable software such as CONCUR, VISIO, Digital Asset Management System and Story maps.
• Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend future status; to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements; to write and edit contract requirements and specifications; to negotiate features of a contract; and to communicate effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT project management.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with federal regulations such as Federal Acquisition Regulations and 2 CFR 200 and Travel Regulations etc.
• Defense Acquisition University (DAU) certification for COTR level 2 or 3 preferred or equivalent.
• Experience managing projects and serving as a technical authority in the information technology, acquisition regulations, and/or professional services areas.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders or vendors to maintain or establish new business opportunities.
• Experience conducting studies, analyses and assessment of program acquisition requirements involving business technology and service needs.
• Experience developing and executing acquisition strategies and packages.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional Certification preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.
• Contracting Officer Technical Representative experience preferred.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $145,000 annually.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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