IT Project Manager {W}

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

As part of a cross-functional team focused on complex problem solving, you will be integral to identifying solutions to transform day-to-day operations.  As a key member of the IT Portfolio and Project Management Office (PMO), you will direct and coordinate the utilization of cross-functional project resources to reach targets, while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and scope.   You will be collaborating with key business stakeholders to understand and document current processes, utilize systems thinking to identify areas of improvement and champion new processes that increase quality, productivity, and efficiency.  You are process oriented and analytical, but comfortable with ambiguity due to the ever-changing environment.  You should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills as well as adept problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities: 

• Establish, oversee, and execute on multiple projects simultaneously
• Liaising with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements
• Manage the intake and communication of requests coming into and from internal business unit and functional customers and other project teams
• Ensure all projects have a timeline, budget, and scope and are monitored and reported on throughout the lifetime of the project
• Develop visualizations for metrics, key performance indicators, and data solutions to ensure decisions are informed and data driven.
• Implementing document control policies and documentation templates.
• Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary.
• Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget.
• Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards.
• Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems.
• Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies.

Education Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

Experience Required: 

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree 5 years of project management experience
• Knowledge of soliciting requirements, documenting problem statements, and communicating to leadership and technical teams
• Knowledge and experience creating metrics to accurately measure quality, performance, production, safety and/or schedules
• Ability to identify, document, and communicate data and/or process gaps
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills
• Analytical, organization and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Demonstrated history of leading successful operations data-driven projects
• Ability to work in a dynamic rapidly changing environment where priorities can shift quickly
• Strong project organization and scheduling skills.
• Project scoping, budgeting & planning
• Exhibit great customer service skills
• Strong documentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• O365 product suite, Power Point and Visio

Location: Danbury, CT

Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the incumbent to access export-controlled information. If you are not a U.S. Person, any offer is contingent upon the Company's ability to obtain a special license granting you access. This could take several months. You will not be able to begin employment until such license is obtained.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.