Government EVMS Implementation Leader

Job Title: Government Earned Value Management System Leader

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead the integration, setup, and management of Earned Value Management Systems within our organization. This role is critical to ensuring that our projects are managed efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and oversee the implementation of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and processes across our organization.
• Owning the corporate EVMS description, iterating procedures to ensure government compliance and understanding with both internal and external customers.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate EVMS processes into project workflows.
• Selecting, configuring, and maintaining EVMS software tools and technologies, including proficiency in software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Deltek Cobra etc.
• Effectively training project teams and stakeholders on EVMS principles, procedures, and best practices.
• Establishing and maintaining comprehensive documentation, policies, and procedures related to EVMS implementation.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, including DCAA requirements, and preparing for audits.
• Overseeing the collection and analysis of project data, including cost, schedule, and performance metrics, utilizing advanced data analysis tools.
• Generating regular EVMS performance reports and communicating project status to stakeholders, including proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Conducting variance analysis to identify discrepancies between planned and actual performance metrics.
• Developing and implementing corrective actions to address performance deviations, using programming skills, if necessary.
• Monitoring project risks and implementing risk mitigation strategies within the EVMS framework.
• Staying up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging EVMS technologies.
• Continuously improving EVMS processes and tools to enhance project management capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Business, Engineering, etc.).
• 12 years of proven experience in implementing and managing EVMS, preferably in government contracts and satellite communications.
• Strong understanding of DCMA regulations and government contract compliance.
• Proficiency in EVMS software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Deltek Cobra etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently.
• Being a strategic thinker who demonstrates good judgment and decisiveness.
• Being able to analyze a situation or problem and come up with effective solutions.
• Forming relationships with executive leadership and encouraging cross-functional team building.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks according to deadline and budget limitations.
• Being proactive in finding new and enhanced ways of doing things and sharing knowledge with others.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Having led multiple cycles of EVMS deployment and/or adherence.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and tools.
• Familiarity with data visualization and business intelligence tools is advantageous.
• Experience with IT infrastructure and cloud-based solutions is a plus.

This position directly performs under, supports, or is exposed to a U.S. government contract. To comply with the requirements of that U.S. government contract, applicants for this position must be U.S. citizens and be able to obtain a government security clearance.

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the time sitting in a chair and working with a computer.