Project Manager

Project Manager Full-Time | Onsite/Telework | Indianapolis, IN The Project Manager serves in a critical leadership role supporting an agency of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by overseeing contract operations and ensuring the successful execution of administrative and human resources support services. This role is responsible for planning, directing, and managing day‑to‑day project activities to ensure all contractual requirements are met efficiently, accurately, and on time. Working closely with government stakeholders, the Project Manager acts as the primary liaison between the contractor team and federal leadership. This position supports mission‑critical hiring efforts for DHS including frontline and non‑frontline personnel, by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, personnel processing, and administrative operations across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for task order execution, including collecting, managing, and disseminating project information. Assign and oversee work performed by contractor personnel to ensure alignment with task order requirements. Plan, direct, organize, and manage project activities to ensure timely and successful delivery of all contractual obligations. Act as liaison between the contractor team and the Government Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Monitor and track contractor employee timekeeping, attendance, and related administrative actions. Schedule and facilitate team meetings, ensuring clear communication and alignment across project staff. Ensure contractor personnel meet all required training and compliance standards, including mandatory CBP training. Review employee work products and enforce quality standards and performance expectations. Oversee administrative support functions related to HR operations, including recruitment, examining, and selection processing. Support coordination of pre‑employment activities such as drug testing, medical examinations, and background investigation processing. Assist with training coordination, scheduling, and onboarding activities for nationwide applicants. Support personnel action processing, records management, and resolution of payroll discrepancies. Ensure proper use and maintenance of automated HR systems, including electronic records management (e.g., eOPF). Provide oversight of customer service functions supporting applicants throughout the hiring lifecycle. Education and Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of experience in project management or leadership roles. Experience supporting federal contracts, human resources operations, or administrative services proffered. Skills and Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with government stakeholders and cross‑functional teams. Proven ability to serve as a liaison between internal teams and external clients. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and task orders in a fast‑paced environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to enforce quality and compliance standards. Effective problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage complex administrative and operational processes. Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid REAL ID. Must pass and maintain a public trust background investigation. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending account, health savings account, health advocates, employee assistance program, tuition assistance program, 401k Plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr