- Location
- VA Arlington G CrystalDr. 2531, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Management
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
- Clearance
- Required
- Source
- Workday
Description
SUMMARY
The Project Manager III supports the Senior Program Manager in overseeing, planning and coordinating all aspects of the full life cycle of the customer's task in support of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management and Comptroller (ASA (FM&C)). Helps to ensure that all project goals and deliverables are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe, budgetary parameters and to the customer's satisfaction. Works closely with the Senior Program Manager to provide cohesive team leadership and maintains positive working relationships with the customer and key stakeholders at the Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA) level.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must have an active DoD Secret clearance which requires US Citizenship.
- Must be able to maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
- Skilled in using project management tools for planning, scheduling, tracking activities, managing resources and reporting.
- Excellent communication (both written and verbal), active listening, conflict resolution, negotiation, and the ability to build strong working relationships with the team, stakeholders, and clients.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Support the Senior Program Manager in planning, executing, and monitoring project activities.
- Review project plans to determine timelines, staffing needs, and resource allocation.
- Assist in preparing contract deliverables, project schedules, and project documentation.
- Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
- Serve as a reliable point of contact for ASA FM&C clients and government CORs.
- Develop senior‑level briefings, status updates, and other client-facing materials.
- Coordinate internal meetings, prepare materials, and track action items.
- Support oversight of contract staff, including hiring, onboarding, and off‑boarding.
- Ensure staffing aligns with project scope and deliverables.
- Help implement project management best practices, tools, and methodologies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four to seven (4-7) years relevant project management experience in federal government contracting, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
