Onsite Project Manager- MCAS Yuma & MCAGCC 29 Palms

Overview

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking an On-Site Project Manager for MCAS Yuma & MCAGCC 29 Palms to oversee the implementation of WLAN infrastructure modernization, including controller deployment, AP refresh, and expansion. The Site Project Manager will collaborate with technical engineers and the Program Manager, ensuring the project aligns with time, budget, and quality standards of Nakupuna Companies.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Support site surveys and client engagements at USMC installations on the west coast of the United States to identify and document the current network infrastructure installed to ensure the technical solution meets the customer requirements and schedule
• Manage all project deliverables and schedules associated with the installation, configuration, and information assurance of a major network expansion and modernization
• Manage communications with local stakeholders and represent the Nakupuna Companies with clients and subcontractors
• Support the Engineering team in implementing the technical solutions for new and existing clients by scheduling, managing customer expectations, and working to clear delivery hurdles
• Provide feedback to the Program Manager on risk, schedule impacts, mitigations, and resolutions
• Maintain accurate project schedules, plans, communications plans, risk registers, and other project related documentation
• Lead wireless infrastructure deployment for Yuma, Arizona and Twentynine Palms, California, managing WLAN refresh, expansion, and new controller installation.
• Coordinate with 1NB/3NB, Base S6/G6, and Public Works to secure necessary approvals.
• Manage installation teams to ensure adherence to USMC wireless security, performance, and redundancy requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to TR capacity, structured cabling upgrades, and RF interference.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate risk items and potential resolutions, Highly self-motivated and ability to work independently in a global team environment, Exceptional analytical skills, able to apply knowledge and experience in decision-making to arrive at creative and commercial solutions, Strong desire to learn and contribute solutions and ideas to a broad team, Independent and comfortable in a fast paced, ambiguous and often multi-directional work environments.

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Technology, Management, or related field is preferred.
• 7 years' experience in managing telecommunications and IT projects, with specific experience in DoD and USMC environments is preferred.
• Proven experience delivering solutions to government clients, with a focus on USMC organizational structure and operations on the West Coast.
• Familiarity with the USMC's organizational hierarchy, command structure, and operational protocols, particularly those pertinent to technology and communications infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and effectively operate within the USMC's unique cultural and procedural landscape.

Certification Requirement:

• Project Management Professional level industry certification - PMP preferred or equivalent.

Military Installation Access: This position resides on a military installation. Must be able to obtain a favorable National Security Agency Check (NACI) including a FBI fingerprint check.

Clearance: Must be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.Mus

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift and/or move parts up to 40lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move parts up to 50lbs.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for the majority of working hours.
• Occasionally bend, stretch, twist, or reaching overhead when reaching out or moving items.
• Occasionally use arms, hands, and fingers to grasp, moving of items.

The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $102,580.00 to $146,395.00 (annualized USD). The good faith salary range displayed represents the position at time of posting and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.

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