Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manager Project Management 3. This position is located in Roy, UT or Huntsville, AL. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
The selected candidate will be responsible for oversight and management of the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. They will review status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepare status reports. They will assess project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. The selected candidate will develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
What You’ll Get To Do:
Manage a program or a function within the larger organizational unit, setting & operating to objectives & providing guidance to subordinates based on goals, objectives & company policy. Program Manager responsibilities include: planning, risk management, and project performance addressing cost, schedule, and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements on a large system development-type contract or full responsibility for all aspects of program performance on a large technical services-type contract
Specific duties to include, but are not limited to the following:
• Receive assignments in objective oriented terms, guide subordinates according to organizational goals and company policy, and review work to ensure it meets the organization’s objectives and schedules.
• Demonstrate advanced expertise in a Project Management or Program Management —or comprehensive knowledge across multiple disciplines—by applying a broad grasp of relevant practices and procedures.
• Analyze alternative courses of action regularly and make decisions that assess risk reward implications for the program or area of influence.
• Assume responsibility for all projects assigned to the organizational group; advise lower level managers and exempt employees; facilitate meeting established schedules and resolving technical or operational problems; and achieve results by delegating work through lower level management and exempt staff.
• Establish and implement operating procedures that impact organizational units, interpret and execute existing policies, and recommend modifications to improve organizational policies and procedures for subordinate units.
• Develop and administer budgets and performance standards.
• Leverages the role to influence and shape organizational strategy.
• Achieve results by directing subordinate supervisors and exempt specialist employees;?subject to approval, modify the structure of centralized functions and units;?and be capable of managing the company’s staff function.
• Assume responsibility for all projects assigned to the unit, advise subordinate supervisors and staff to meet schedules and resolve technical or operational problems, directly establish and administer centralized functional projects, and develop and manage budgets, schedules, and performance standards.
• Influence the development of the organization’s overall objectives and long range goals, and ensure that all decisions and recommendations are made with rigor to avoid critical project delays, costly modifications, excessive use of time and resources, and jeopardizing future business activity.
• Maintain frequent contact with peer managers and customer representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications; conduct briefings and technical meetings for internal and external stakeholders.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; master's degree and 6 years’ experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) period, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• At least 6 year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.
• Demonstrated track record/ experience in project management/ execution and closeout
• Firm understanding and application of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Experienced people leadership that includes performance management, career development, staffing, and merit planning
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
• PMP Certificate
• Current Northrop Grumman CAM Certification
• Current Program Access Request (PAR)
• Functional and/or Assignment manager experience
• Supplier Management experience
• 6 years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• 2 years of ICBM experience
• Functional and/or Assignment manager experience
• Program Management Experience
• Supplier Management experience
• Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance
• Outstanding verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability in prioritizing multiple tasks
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization and with outside organizations
• Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level
• Experience building strong customer relationships.
Primary Level Salary Range: $137,800.00 - $228,500.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.