Project Manager

Overview

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community. Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

Current job opportunities with DAWSON are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!

Mahalo for your interest in this role! Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit dawsonohana.com.

Position

Project Manager

Summary

This key position serves as the single point of contact responsible for execution of all contract requirements supporting the Mobile Detection Deployment Program (MDDP). Provides leadership, operational oversight, personnel management, reporting, and coordination with the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and Federal Program Manager. This position supports mission-critical Department of Homeland Security Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) operations. Personnel must be capable of supporting surge deployments, intelligence-driven operations, National Special Security Events (NSSE), and steady-state detection missions. Travel, extended hours, 24/7 shift work, weekends, holidays, and recall during contingency operations may be required. The Project Manager manages all personnel and performance, travel and Other Direct Costs (ODC) approvals, and provides operational oversight of the project.

Location

• Fort Dix, NJ (Region 1)
• Herndon, VA
• Indianapolis, IN (Region 3)
• Portland, OR (Region 6)

Job Description

• Provide input for Technical Support Specialists (TSS), quarterly performance reviews and annual evaluations.
• Ensures that TSSs maintain proficiency in equipment, policies, standards, tactics, and procedures of the MDDP.
• Host routine meetings with TSSs to inform staff of policy or guidance changes, receive feedback on program operations, gather issues staff are facing, or any other items as necessary. Feedback will be provided back to federal program office.
• Shall conduct corrective actions on TSS staff including both full time and task-based support personnel if they are not maintaining proficiency in equipment, policies, standards, tactics, and procedures of the MDDP.
• Will have administrative access to equipment for DHS required systems, support equipment maintenance as needed, and support equipment inventory as needed.
• Provide CBRN operations support as needed including developing plans, procedures, logistics, and conducting detection activities including equipment checks, using equipment for detection, and reporting as needed.
• Uphold professional standards of the MDDP, in all communications and interactions with internal staff and external partners.
• Provide weekly, monthly, and yearly program status reports to the CWMD MDDP program office.
• Review and approve all travel authorizations and procurements, including ODCs prior to being forwarded to the MDDP federal program office for final approval.
• Available to perform 24/7 shift work, weekend and holidays to support CBRN national deployments

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Have a Commercial Driver’s License Class B (CDL B) or ability to obtain within 3 months following contract award
• 20+ years operational CBRN experience including detection operations and logistics during national special security events (NSSE), events of significance to include Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) Events, enhanced steady state, steady-state and surge operations
• Minimum 5 years personnel leadership and management experience
• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for performance of duties
• Able to lift/carry equipment up to 50lbs
• Versed in authoritative documents as well as understanding how they are applied
• Ability to Travel 50 – 75% during the year

Equal Opportunity

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.