Project Manager (On-site)

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to support a major ground vehicle production and integration program. This role is responsible for managing vehicle and hardware deliveries while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with customer requirements. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, oversee project execution, manage risks, and drive program performance in a fast-paced defense manufacturing environment.

• Support a major defense production and integration program by managing vehicle and hardware deliveries to meet program schedules and customer commitments.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Contracts, and Finance to achieve program objectives.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and resources to ensure successful program execution.
• Coordinate the flow of vehicles and hardware into the facility to support on-time contract deliverables.
• Monitor project performance related to cost, schedule, technical requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop project plans, schedules, resource allocations, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
• Identify risks, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities while implementing corrective actions.
• Present project status, technical updates, and program reviews to customers, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and key program stakeholders, coordinating activities across multiple locations and time zones.
• Support financial objectives by managing project costs, profitability, sales, cash flow, and overall program performance.
• Capture lessons learned and implement continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing and defense environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of six (6) years of relevant project management experience.
• Experience with project planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling processes.
• Strong project scheduling and budget management skills.
• Ability to present project status and recommendations to internal leadership and external customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and follow-through skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree with seven (7) or more years of relevant experience.
• Project Management certification such as PMP or PgMP.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or government programs.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• 401k

Pay Range: $58.00 - $63.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

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