Project Coordinator Journeyman SME

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

Project Coordinator Journeyman/SME

Description of specific Duties in a typical workday for this position:

• Plan and coordinate the activities and efforts of IPTs (weekly) consisting of engineering, logistics, contracting, financial and support personnel in project execution.
• Develop metrics to track achievement of project goals in conjunction with the government team.
• Participate in project meetings, conferences, reviews and test and integration events (weekly) in collaboration with the government team.
• Monitor performance, evaluate performance against goals, and make recommendations to the government team regarding issues affecting project execution consistent with project cost, schedule and performance and contract requirements.
• Recommend ways to control and improve developer/prime contractor performance and maximize program technical, schedule and cost performance during contract execution to the Government team. (weekly).
• Utilize Microsoft Project to facilitate/execute Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) development with program stakeholders in accordance with applicable policy and regulations.
• Will attend weekly meetings (some daily) in order to keep current on schedule changes or updates as required.
• Organize sponsored and endorsed meetings, shows and exhibits by developing presentations and attending and reporting on selected briefings and demonstrations of organizational interest.
• Establish processes and procedures to facilitate program management and administration.

Required Skills:

• Ability to organize and plan requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience using Microsoft Project
• Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Process and Procedures
• Knowledge and Skills of management concepts, principles, methods, practices, analytical analysis, and processes.
• Knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts, and methodology associated with project management to i include planning and completing assigned workload Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles.
• Ability to execute projects and/or studies within established financial and time constraints.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to integrate information Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 10+ years of experience
• Secret Clearance
• Army Medical Experience
• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs
• Administrative background

This is a full-time position paying a base salary of $75,000, with full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.

OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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