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WR Systems Project Manager in Norfolk, Virginia
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Travel Requirements : Negligible
Location: Norfolk, VA
SUMMARY : WR has an opportunity for a team-centric Project Manager, Lead to oversee all aspects of a key project to ensure its on-time completion and within budget, while adhering to WR’s quality standards and objectives to achieve key results.
Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Develop cost estimates and prepares quotes and/or proposals in response to Requests for Quotes (RFQ) and/or Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Monitor and control project schedule, cost, quality, and risk.
Assist senior and executive management in the development of long and short-range project objectives.
Aid the negotiation of delivery orders and contractual changes.
Recommend changes to improve productivity and reduce cost.
Assist with related proposal data calls.
Maintain and manage relationships with subcontractors.
Schedule and coordinate meetings with customers.
Supervise project staff and resources.
Interview and hire staff to execute project requirements.
Respond to inquire with regard to project.
· Prepare routine reports for customers regarding project status.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
· Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
· Five (5)+ years of experience in managing projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands.
Must have strong people management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Interact tactfully with management, customers, and other personnel.
Maintain cooperative working relationships with subordinates and peers.
Demonstrate leadership and management skills.
Detailed knowledge and understanding of project management tools and processes.
Detailed knowledge and understanding of organizational operation and business objectives.
Ability to do the following:
Adapt to frequent changes in workload and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
Take action when answers to a problem are not readily apparent in unclear circumstances.
Write in a concise, logical, and grammatically correct documentation.
Speak clearly and distinctly over the telephone, before groups of customers, with government representatives, and/or with management and/or other employees of the organization.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with supervisors and peers.
Work well within a team environment and to develop relationships at all levels of the organization.
o Support WR’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: high standard of quality in conduct and performance, determination to achieve excellence, ownership of requirements, accountability, competence, collaboration, innovation, focus, drive, enthusiasm, mutual trust and respect, dedication, and loyalty to our customers, coworkers, and the company.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.
WR is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.
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