IT Project Manager

The IT Project Manager implements, manages and controls all project directives related to the United State Marine Corp. This position ensures the timely accomplishment of all specified requirements and works with senior management to establish program priorities. The Project Manager is responsible for all related contract personnel and operates the program according to established policies / procedures and within stipulated budgetary confinements. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successfully delivery of support services for Azure Cloud Development and Administration, Data Engineering, Cyber Security, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Project management. This position is 100% on-site at the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany, GA.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.   

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a customer background check for access to facilities, equipment and property.  

• Must have experience managing enterprise IT support projects for the Federal Government. 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) required.  

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA), CPIC, SDLC, IT Security Management, and Risk Management. 

• Experience in Azure, cloud, Microsoft dynamics, etc. is preferred.  

• Experience in IT that support manufacturing processes is preferred.  

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Ensures all aspects of project management are carried out efficiently and effectively.  Reviews project proposal or plans to determine timeframe, funding limitation, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project. Helps in the preparation of contract deliverables. 

• Prepares project charts and schedules as needed. Performs job cost analysis. Maintains a solid customer relationship and assures customer satisfaction with the successful execution of the project. 

• Manages and assists in developing and maintaining information technology programs as requested, in accordance with approved system/subsystem design requirements and specifications. 

• Ensures employees apply expertise on multiple complex work assignments that may require innovation in determining how to accomplish the tasks. This includes developing the methodology, offering solutions to problems, and contributing to the deliverables and performance metrics where applicable. 

• Coordinates responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s) which may include but is not limited to creating cost estimates and proposals, analyzing quotation request information or specifications and developing a quotation plan. May be required to coordinate pricing information necessary to complete a quotation, as well as review all estimated inputs for completeness, accuracy, and compatibility. 

•  Implements industry best practices, project management tools and methodologies. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited educational institution is preferred. Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in a Project Management role, or equivalent combination of education/experience. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 of this job. 

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic. 

EOE including Disability/Vet

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

• Legal-Aid Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays

• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

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