Role & Essential Functions

EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation. EWI Associates are passionate about identifying out-of-the-box options that provide a long-term competitive advantage for our clients. Our clients tell us we are a valuable extension and complement to their innovation, engineering and manufacturing teams. If you enjoy dealing with customers and solving difficult, technical problems, EWI is the place for you.

The Navy ManTech Project Manager manages medium to large scope, moderately complex projects and programs applying project management methodologies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, schedule development and management, resource management (internal and external), risk management, stakeholder management, financial and procurement management, contractual compliance, and communication management as required in order to deliver projects within scope, on-time, on-budget, and according to client requirements. The primary objective of the Navy ManTech Project Manager is to manage Navy ManTech projects and programs in support of EWI’s overall objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Applies EWI standard project management practices for project initiation, planning, estimating, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing out in order to deliver projects within scope, on-time, on-budget, and according to client requirements
• Compiles, analyzes, and presents project metrics
• Ensures project execution (frequent stakeholder reporting, deliverables, invoicing, IP, protection of proprietary data, etc.) is in compliance with customer contracts; in most cases, managing the customer relationship
• Facilitates planning sessions and project reviews
• Collaborates with clients, engineers, technicians, managers, and other project stakeholders to achieve project objectives; work with/support/direct engineers, technicians, and engineering managers across multiple disciplines
• Communicates with key stakeholders, clients, project team, and management team
• Engages with customers to explore and understand needs for manufacturing and innovation and nurture relationships with high-potential stakeholders to develop and prioritize customer development opportunities
• Completes project close-out activities to include documentation for r archiving, communicating lessons learned to stakeholders (internal and external), and incorporating lessons learned into processes as appropriate
• Prepares and reviews complex technical reports; delivers status and summary presentations to customers as is needed and in a timely manner (biweekly, quarterly, etc.)
• Provides input during the proposal development process

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to manage government projects and in compliance with government contracting requirements
• Adept at proofreading, editing, and writing technical reports and presentations
• Adept at presenting technical reports and presentations to project stakeholders and at industry conferences
• Proficient knowledge and business application of fundamental project management practices, techniques, and core principles
• Demonstrated understanding of fundamental project accounting practices and paperwork audit trails
• Understanding reporting details needed to align with the accounting systems for traceability and auditing when issuing reports and updates to funding stakeholders
• Understands core business operating principles with demonstrated business acumen
• General understanding of various engineering disciplines and manufacturing processes, with specific focus on welding and welding related technologies
• Exercises initiative and creativity within assigned project work
• Uses judgment in communication styles and behaviors; recognizes impact on other team members
• Exhibits proficient written and verbal communication with customers both internal and external
• Analyzes and understands impact of individual contribution to project financial performance
• Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of team
• Ability to maintain excellent customer relationships both internal and external
• Proven success in a team-oriented environment
• Strong ability to plan and organize tasks
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.)
• Willingness to travel periodically (10-15%) to customers and conferences
• Sole US citizenship is required to support Navy ManTech programs

EDUCATION:

• B.S. in Engineering; Welding Engineering is preferred
• P.M.P. certification is preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) or more years’ experience in a project management role managing technical projects (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, research and development, product development, etc.)
• Experience managing government programs and projects; experience on projects related to the Navy and/or shipyards are preferred
• Experience working in a contract research and development (CRAD) environment is desirable

Sole US citizenship is required

EOE/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search and/or application process should contact Human Resources at (614) 688-5000.