The Technical Project Manager must be able to meet the key criteria below:

Location: 100% remote

Years’ Experience: 10+ years experience

Education: Bachelor degree in Systems Engineering or IT related field

Security Clearance: IBR is a federal contractor. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.

Employment Type: Exempt

Key Skills:

• • Experience with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
  • Experience managing IT Transformation projects
  • Experience working with Department of Defense customers a bonus
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
  • Experience with Agile Software Development teams
  • Experience with the Navy Training Process (NTP) and enterprise-class training systems

Position Overview

At IBR, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that empower our Department of Defense (DoD) customers. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to lead a significant IT transformation project for the United States Navy (USN). This role is ideal for a dynamic individual with a passion for service excellence and a track record of delivering complex projects in the defense sector. As a Project Manager at IBR, you will work with management, finance, HR, contracts and recruiting to support corporate operations and project execution activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and transition of the USN IT transformation project.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that merge customer requirements with company goals and coordinate various managers and technical personnel during all project phases.
• Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.
• Communicate proactively with all involved personnel to provide encouragement, identify problems, create solutions, and implement efficiency improvements.
• Analyze financial information related to the project budget, ensuring the project remains within financial guidelines and reporting any inconsistencies.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with all DoD, DON, and USMC laws, policies, and regulations, as well as company policies and directives.
• Ensure the team follows best practices in software development or integration and quality assurance.
• Foster partnerships with stakeholders and vendors, ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations.
• Manage the acquisition of project resources and materials as needed before and during projects by talking with customers, team members, managers, and in-house accountants.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the development team and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or IT related field.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• At least 10 years of project management experience, preferably in IT transformation projects. Previous experience working with the US Navy or other military branches is required.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate teams.
• Demonstrated supervisory ability, strong operation and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience overseeing multi-functional project teams with at least 10-15 team members including Developers, Business Analysts, and QA Personnel.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Issue management/resolution skills are critical as a key area of responsibility.
• Ability to manage projects using SAFe Agile tools to integrate into a Release Train.
• Ability to create detailed project documentation and occasionally end user or product-related documentation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While this position primarily involves sedentary work in an office environment and/or home-office environment, there are some physical demands associated with the role, including:

• Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to client sites or meetings may be required.
• Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick thinking and rapid judgements.
• Additionally, flexible work arrangements may be available based on business needs.
• Employee will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

About IBR
Imagine Believe Realize, LLC (IBR) is an emerging small business focused on delivering software and systems engineering solutions to government and commercial clients. Our talent acquisition strategy is tailored to career seeking candidates who embrace continuous learning and desire to grow as a professional in the software/systems engineering industry. We strive to enhance our team members ability to thrive in the workplace by creating a proper work/life balance and first-class benefits package that includes:

• Nationwide medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees
• Flexible spending accounts and Dependent Care spending accounts
• Wellness incentives
• Reimbursement for professional development and certifications
• Training assistance opportunities

Upon hire and in compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification and background check. IBR is a Federal Contractor.

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, age, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.”
Learn more at http://www.teamibr.com

If alternative methods of assistance are needed with the application process, additional contact information has been provided below:

info@teamibr.com
407.459.1830