Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for delivering successful projects? Are you familiar with the intricacies of federal contracting? If so, Talon Veteran Services needs a talented Project Manager to lead and manage one of our current projects!

Talon Veteran Services is a leading government contractor specializing in construction. In this critical role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of our federal government contracts

TRAVEL REQUIRED: 10% of the time approximately

WORK DISCRIPTION

• Manage all aspects of assigned federal contracts, from kick-off to completion
• Develop and implement detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines
• Oversee project teams and ensure efficient use of resources
• Monitor project progress and identify and mitigate potential risks
• Manage client expectations and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain meticulous documentation and ensure compliance with all federal contracting regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, finance, etc.)
• Analyze project performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Participates in the Post Award Kick-Off, Partnering, Pre-construction, Design Development, and Coordination meetings, as directed, during the conceptual and preconstruction phase of a project.
• Ensures that no construction begins prior to the Designer of Record (DOR) finalizing the design for each segment of work, and construction submittals are approved as required.

POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Engineering background preferred.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, preferably within the federal contracting industry and specifically with Veteran's Administration.
• In-depth understanding of federal contracting regulations (FAR, DFARS)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of the Federal and State codes, regulations, and standards relevant to construction (including, but not limited to, Federal OSHA and EPA regulations, NFPA Standards, ANSI Standards, and local building codes) and be able to implement these in the field.
• Desired Software/application skills
• MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
• VISIO
• Autodesk
• MS-Project
• Estimating tools
• Have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely via email and keep up with steady email exchange with the clients daily.
• Must be able to keep track of status of between 10-20 active projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Sanford Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at RecruitingUS@sanfordfederal.com or 540-613-8285 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

If successfully offered employment you must be able to submit proof of eligibility to perform services in the United States, where work is contracted. "Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility."