About Metron

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.

We are seeking a Project Manager who will provide daily support to program leadership to manage timely submission of contract deliverables, ensure work is within the contract scope, and track expenditures to stay within budget. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive project success and achieve strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to day management, tracking, development, and delivery of recurring artifacts under Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)
Maintain quality standards of contract deliverables/CDRLs and coordinate improvements as needed
Execute day-to-day financial management to include monthly analysis, cumulative analysis, forecasting, and Earned Value Management in dollars and hours on Firm Fixed Price and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee contracts
Develop detailed project schedules and manage schedule performance reporting via Microsoft Project
Identify potential risks and challenges, assist in developing mitigation strategies, implement mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as necessary to minimize impact to the project cost, schedule, and performance
Coordinate inputs and write project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and presentation material, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Analyze resource allocation against program execution and deliver recommendations for modifications
Monitor progress for project milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics and communicate status updates to leadership team
Contribute to the development and delivery of Requests for Proposals
Provide mentorship and professional development support to personnel, promoting skill growth and career progression

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of experience in project management
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Ability to facilitating meetings and presentations for various stakeholders
Outstanding organizational abilities with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Active DoD Secret security clearance, SCI eligible

Desired Qualifications:

Program Management Professional (PMP) and/or DoD Acquisition Management certification
Knowledge and application of Agile project management methodologies on DoD projects
Knowledge and application of Earned Value Management on DoD projects
Strong analytical skills with the capability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive environment
Strong ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple deadlines without compromising quality
Self-motivated and capable of working autonomously, demonstrating initiative and accountability in project execution

Location:

San Diego, CA

The selected individual must report to the San Diego, CA office or other facilities to complete classified work. This is not a remote position

Perks and Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Accompanying FSA and HSA options
Additional Voluntary Benefits
Paid Time Off
9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Reimbursement
Annual Salary Reviews
Profit Sharing
401(k) Traditional and Roth Options
Gym and Fitness Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program

Metron is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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