What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Corporate Services position at Strategic Management Solutions, LLC.?
SMSI provides expert management consulting, program and project management, and technical consulting services to government and private sector clients. SMSI has grown and evolved by building an outstanding reputation for client-focused performance and for delivering results that enable clients to meet commitments and milestones.
SMSI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Job Summary
SMSI is seeking an experienced Director of Corporate Services with outstanding business acumen to lead our corporate functions and ensure smooth operations, adherence with contractual, legal and regulatory compliance, and facilitate an environment that is safe and welcoming for staff. The Corporate Services Director will oversee Facilities Management, ensuring appropriate staffing, maintenance and upkeep, and vendor and facility agreements; oversee corporate management liability insurance programs and business licensing, managing risk and compliance with applicable regulations; oversee client contracts, interacting with business development, project management, and client representatives to ensure effective onboarding, maintenance, and closeout. The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and analytical skills to optimize efficiency and to support our business objectives. This position can be located from either our SMSI Oak Ridge, Los Alamos, or Albuquerque office.
Skills/Responsibilities
- Partner with business operations peers (human resources, finance, and information technology) to ensure compliant and efficient operations.
- Ensure maintenance and acquisition of business licenses (State Registrations, System for Award Management (SAM), etc.) necessary for existing and potential clients.
- Maintain a compliant, cost-effective corporate insurance program, including management, general Liability, Worker’s Compensation, Auto, Cyber Security, etc. and associated renewals.
- Oversee contracts administration function including contract services and business program managers to ensure efficient contract processes, management, and monitoring of contract performance.
- Ensure client requirements are identified, managed, and monitored to inform leadership of any concerns.
- Grow relationships with key customers and appropriate regional/contract related partners.
- Collaborate with technical project, program, and functional managers to support their respective customer or contract.
- Provide leadership oversight and management of SMSI office locations and support needs for new offices, changes to current, and/or expansion opportunities.
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the office management and administration staff, including the hiring process, scheduling, performance management, and any employee issues that may arise within the team.
- Interface with SMSI functional directors in offices to assure needs are met, offices are compliant, safe, and a welcoming place for staff.
- Proactively address employee and customer issues.
- Manage corporate policy program, company policies and procedures and ensure that team members also adhere to them.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for corporate services functions, aligning with organizational goals.
- Analyze operational needs and identify areas for improvement.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assure service delivery and identify potential risks.
Requirements
- 10 years of general business administrative or similar experience.
- Advanced knowledge of government contracting compliance and reporting requirements.
- Experience working for a government contractor in DOE/NNSA or similar industry.
- Experience with corporate insurance, licensing, and registration processes and requirements.
- Previous experience of managing diverse and geographically dispersed teams.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Strong financial management and cost control experience.
- Superior interpersonal skills, including excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
- Expert desktop automation skills (MS Office Suite).
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management or similar/relevant field, advanced degree preferred.
- Professional certification (PMP, CCMA, CPCM, etc.) preferred
Work Location and Travel
- Position is full time (40 hours a week) and requires work in an SMSI office a minimum of 3 days a week.
- Travel will be required for this position.
