Project Manager

ATI builds and manages collaborations that conducts research and development of new technologies to solve our nation's most pressing challenges. Our collaborations are custom-built teams of organizations from industry and academia that develop novel technologies for the federal government. Traditionally, these processes are complicated and burdensome.That's where ATI comes in. We simplify and streamline processes to make it all work. When you work at ATI, you become a part of something larger than yourself. Our collective work - no matter what department or division you work in - ultimately enables the warfighter, saves lives, and diversifies the industrial base.At our core, ATI is a service organization. We are in service to others; it's what we do, and it's who we are.

Position Description
With guidance from the Program Manager; plan, organize, direct, and control projects, and team members, to accomplish program goals within cost and schedule guidelines. Exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance to the business.

Apply at ATI.ORG; we only accept applications submitted through our applicant tracking system.

We offer a hybrid schedule (in-office & remote/work from home) or an onsite schedule and flexible hours. Candidates will need to reside near Charleston, SC to ensure work site flexibility.

Essential Functions
Under guidance from the Program Manager, review program and project contracts/agreements to ensure all requirements are being met.
Develops sufficient program knowledge to effectively interface with team members and clients.
Under guidance from the Program Manager, supporting project activities can include the following:

• Working with the project team, establishes, maintains and reviews project cost/schedule baselines
• Work with the Government and the project team to review statements of work (SOW)
• Ensuring revision control is maintained through the approval process
• Track project scope, budget and schedule through the use of some form of Earned Value Management (EVM), as required by the program
• Reviewing invoices for accuracy and appropriateness and evaluates cost variances
• Work with the Government Project Agreement Officer or Technical Representative (AOR or PTR) to track project progress and deliverables to ensure timely completion and acceptance by the AOR or PTR
• Provides collaborative leadership, facilitation and interface among supported customers, vendors and users

For programs with projects that require more direct performance and technical oversight:

• Work in conjunction with technology experts to build and develop solutions to technical issues, and then develop scopes of work
• works with the project team to develop and maintain the content of project proposals, including the management of statement of works, work breakdown structure, and resource allocation
• Work with the project team to provide technical expertise to the division lead and the technical management of the projects
• Works with program manager to perform as Technical Advisor and Subject Matter Experts to customers and as representatives on their behalf
• Perform some literature research to mature working knowledge of technical subjects in support of project research and problem solving
• Work with the project team to develop and maintain project schedules
• Work with the project team to coordinate technology transfers/transitions for projects assigned

Prepares and presents program updates for program reviews and conferences.
As directed by the Program Manager provides direct support to the Government Client's program office.
Plans, convenes, and facilitates program team meetings, either on-site or virtual as required by the contract/agreement.
Responsible for the content of program website, brochures, posters, and newsletters, and advises program team members of needed updates and maintenance.
Ensures accuracy of data entry of financial information in support of reporting requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide direction and assigns tasks to program Assistants or Program Administrators, as required.
• Interacts daily with Division Lead, Program Manager, and Contracts personnel, senior technical personnel, and ATI management.
• Tracks and coordinates project or program success stories with the Program Manager and the Business Development and Communications Department.
• Identifies and assists in targeting related business development opportunities, as well as participating in the preparation of proposals.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Manager and the division lead.
• Assists with the development of the content of project proposals, technical reports and white papers, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and four or more related years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and training or a Master's degree and two or more year's related experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• For those providing technical oversight of projects, a degree in Engineering, Science or a related field preferred.
• Experience with government programs desirable. Independent self-directed worker, team player, and problem solver. Strong communication skills, including presentations, technical reports, meeting management and work group management.
• Prior experience working in multi-organizational teams a plus. Strong computer skills including intermediate Excel skills, MS Office Suite - Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project desired. MS Access experience a plus.
• Ability to travel to conferences and meetings required. Weekend travel is very infrequent, however, it may be needed to support the client's needs for an early Monday or late Friday event
• This position will need the ability to access US only data systems - US Citizenship is required and/or must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance (for certain projects/programs).
• This position is subject to a background check that includes a review of criminal records. In reviewing an applicant's criminal history, the company will consider prior criminal convictions that have a relationship to the job duties and responsibilities of the position. The company considers the nature of the crime, the time that has elapsed since the crime and the job duties for the position at issue in making an individualized determination. Individuals may be excluded when the company determines, based on the above factors, that hiring, transferring or promoting the applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees or its customers and vendors.
• If you are a qualified candidate, we encourage you to apply even if you have a prior criminal conviction(s). Convictions will not automatically disqualify the candidate, However, conviction(s) will be considered and balanced against the age of the candidate at the time of the offense, time elapsed since the offense, type of offense, potential impacts of such on the work environment, sensitivity of the position(s) available/sought, and similar independent factors relevant to the employment requirements at ATI.

Physical Requirements

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.

Regular physical activity to include walking, bending, stooping, reaching, standing and prolonged sitting.

Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment.

Must be able to occasionally move/lift up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

This position is located in an air-conditioned, environmentally controlled atmosphere. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the distraction level in the work environment is often heavy.

ATI is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

ATI complies with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination provision mandated by Executive Order 13665.

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Anticipated starting salary is in range commensurate with education and experience:
Project Manager: $78,000

ATI has been named "Best Places to Work in SC" from 2017 - 2025.

This is a full-time opportunity with benefits


ATI provides Medical, Dental and Vision Plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts, including health and dependent care accounts

403B Retirement Savings plan with a very competitive company contribution

Personal time-off (pre-loaded & accrued) plus 12 paid holiday-days


Life Insurance paid by ATI


Paid Parental Leave

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage paid by ATI

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program


Flexible work schedules

ATI's standard business hours are Monday-Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM.