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Contract Technical Project Manager/Business Analyst — Several 3-month+ Positions

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of Product Development and working closely with the Technical Director, the Technical Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing all projects for the on-line channel across the business' research practice areas and 40+ member programs. Inclusive in the online channel are the program member websites, tools and benchmarking products, and ongoing software development efforts to commercialize new product offerings with a goal of building desktop services utilized by key business leaders on a day-to- day basis. Overseeing a focused team of internal and external resources, this leader will have primary responsibility for managing on-line and web based technology projects that deliver value and innovation, moving CEB's on-line efforts “beyond the PDF” towards a member oriented, interactive business model. Specific responsibilities will include:

• Owns the portfolio of Web projects including resource pools (including onshore and offshore consultants), budget, and issue and risk mitigation. Manages larger projects and leverages internal staff to run smaller projects within the portfolio and external staff to scale teams.
• Applies project management and software development processes to ensure all projects complete successfully. Collaborates with the IT Project Management Office to ensure all checkpoints are met and risks/issues are mitigated.
• Defines and implements Quality Assurance strategy for all projects to ensure scope is well defined and delivered products meet high quality standards

Qualifications:
Specifically, the successful candidate should possess:
Functional Skills:

• Substantial program and project management experience to include a minimum of 10 years of experience overseeing technology projects, ideally in a services oriented company. The successful candidate must have a proven track record of delivering large scale projects on time and within budget. The ability to drive discipline and best practices is expected.
• Background in technology is a required. The successful candidate must have several years experience playing technical roles on projects and has grown through the ranks to become a stellar project manager. Experience with Web publishing systems a big plus.
• Substantial on-line experience ideally in environments that have transformed their business models to embrace the web as a value-added channel. A background launching web initiatives in traditional publishing environments is ideal.
• A general management orientation is critical. The successful candidate must be capable of interacting with colleagues and key members to scope opportunities for the business and work with the business to define the right execution plan.

Contact:
Don Sargent
Sr. Director, Product Development and Innovation
Corporate Executive Board
w: 571-303-4771
c: 202-230-6483

Senior Scheduler

Senior Scheduler to support the Master Scheduler. The primary roles for this position are to:

• Maintain a framework for integrating the classified schedules that make up the system;
• To work with the unclassified Program schedulers to ensure the necessary data for program control is transferred;
• Development and maintain selected classified schedules required to manage the program. The Master Schedule Engineer will work as a system engineering lead with a Government lead to achieve the schedule goals for each Spin. Specific duties include:
  
  • Assisting the Master Scheduler defining the tactical activities and spin schedule goals during spin planning. This will include capturing descriptions of the various spin deliverables, identifying the appropriate deliverable meta-data, and reconciling conflicting delivery dates.
  • Assisting the Master Scheduler working with system architects, system developers, testers, and system engineers to ensure the evolving plans are accurately captured in the appropriate schedules,
  • Assisting the Master Scheduler defining and executing data transfers between the classified schedules and the unclassified, program schedules that support earned value management (EVM).
  • Developing reporting processes that support the spin business rhythms.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least three years of direct experience with an intelligence community or signals intelligent activity, five years preferred.
• The candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of the Systems Engineering process in programs that encompass system architecture, requirements analysis, system documentation, system evaluation, and process execution and evaluation.
• Minimum three years experience creating, maintaining, and tracking earned value using project management tools.
• The candidate must have a total of ten years experience with MS Project and Primavera, and no less than three years with either MS Project or Primavera.

Experience with:

• Associating risk and risk mitigation
• Status activity reports
• Schedule review
• The candidate must have five years experience with programs using multiple, interdependent schedules.
• The candidate must have demonstrated ability to write schedule portions of system engineering documentation and be able to deliver technical presentations.
• The candidate must be results oriented, self-motivated and an effective communicator.

Preferred Skills

• Experience creating large scale, integrated master schedules.
• Knowledge of the Systems Engineering processes.
• Experience using Primavera for earned value management.

Security: Candidates must have TS/SCI clearance with full scope poly.

Contact: recruiting@binghamtech.com

Scheduler - Req Number: 08-T4-007

Description:

This position is for a Scheduler to support system engineering (SE). The primary roles for this position are to:

• Capture and maintain the various project schedule information;
• To transfer data from the classified schedules to the unclassified Program schedules; and
• Update and integrate the project schedules into the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

The Scheduler will:

• Capture the tactical schedule data during spin planning.
• Update and maintain the various schedules during the spin cycles.
• Transfer, import, and export schedule data between MS Project and Primavera as necessary.
• Export data required for the unclassified Program schedules.
• Create excel spreadsheets for coordination

Minimum Requirements:

• At least three years of direct experience with an intelligence community or signals intelligence activity.
• Minimum five years (total) experience creating, maintaining, and tracking integrated master project schedules for programs that exceed $5M a year in cost with: Utilizing Microsoft Project, Primavera or similar scheduling software including identifying the critical path, resource loading, project linking, and cost/schedule integration.
• The candidate must have at least two years experience with MS Project and Primavera
• The candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of the Systems Engineering process that encompasses system architecture, requirements analysis, system documentation, system evaluation, process execution, and evaluation.
• The candidate must have experience with programs using multiple, interdependent schedules.
• Experience with:
  
  • Associating risk and risk mitigation
  • Software and hardware requirements
  • Status activity reports
  • Schedule review

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with large scale, integrated master schedules.
• Experience integrating multi-schedule environments
• Knowledge of the Systems Engineering processes.

Security: Candidates must have TS/SCI clearance with full scope poly.

Contact: recruiting@binghamtech.com

Project Manager II – Dynamics Research Corporation - I.T. - DOD

Job Description:
Will manage a team of 6 IT professionals (developers, network engineers, documentation specialist, etc.) on site with customer in Bethesda, MD. Three of 6 are subcontractors for which candidate will manage their subcontracts/Purchase Requisitions/Period of Performance. Will prepare project plans, attend/conduct weekly meetings with client and staff, maintain/track action item list, serve as a technical liaison between the staff and client, prepare/deliver project status reports, prepare/deliver employee reviews, prepare project forecasts and revenue reports, and review/prepare contract deliverables.

Required Skills:
4 Year Degree Must have strong PM skills, to include risk management and action item tracking skills. Must have strong inter-personal and communication skills. Must have excellent customer relationship skills. Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite to include Microsoft Project. Must have excellent writing skills. Must have prior DoD management experience; prior Navy management skills nice to have.

Experience Required:
7+ to 10 Years experience. 5+ years PM experience; much of it managing an IT project. 5+/- technical experience (in an IT arena). Overall, at least 10 years experience in an IT environment. 5+ years supporting a client on-site with direct reports. Experience with managing a fast-pace project requiring intense action item tracking and client interface. Bethesda, MD 20889 US.

Contact:
Ron Bloch
jobhosting@silkroadtech.com
rbloch@drc.com
www.drc.com

Management Consultant - IBM Global Business Services

Job Description:
Experienced positions for Project Management, Strategy, Quality (e.g. CMMI, Six Sigma), Business Process, Organizational Change, Technical Infrastructure, and Application Development positions.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA, BS, or MBA
• 3+ years relevant work experience

Desired Requirements:

• Previous experience reengineering business processes through the implementation of technology enablers such as SAP or Oracle
• PMI membership, working towards PMP if not already certified

Additional Information:

• Positions available both local to the DC area and throughout the US. All work is project-based at client site, with typical 3 nights / wk travel unless living near client location.
• For addition insight into experienced hire opportunities within IBM's Fairfax, VA based Public Sector ERP practice, listen to my job cast at: http://jobsinpods.com/category/company/ibm-jobs/

Contact:
brent.e.bunn@us.ibm.com

Project Manager – Washington DC Area (2 Positions)

The Project Manager is a key position for this Project Management Office contract, supporting a Federal agency in Washington, DC.

Mandatory Skills and Experience:

• PMI Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience in implementing tools, processes and methodology proposed
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in initiating, planning, managing, monitoring & controlling and closing the design, development, integration and implementation of large-scale accounting and/or financial systems preferably systems supporting Loan lifecycle.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in using project management processes and tools recommended by PMI in PMBOK Guide.
• Recent experience in preparing OMB Exhibit 300, EVMS, cost benefit analysis, alternative analysis, cost estimation, net present value, payback method, and other cost budgeting techniques
• Recent experience in preparing and delivering presentations.
• Masters degree in one of the following disciplines - Information Systems, Computer Science, Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Statistics.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Recent experience in writing business cases, white papers, project documents, technical documents and other professional documents.
• Recent experience in using Primavera Program/Project Management Tool, Primavera Cost Manager and Microsoft project
• Experience in developing and implementing the organizational change management strategy
• Experience in developing and implementing the communication strategy

Contact:
Tom Kelley, PMP
Data Networks Corporation
Tom.Kelley@dncx.com
202-353-1280

Opportunity in Project Management (2)

Looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to catapult your career? Interested in applying your existing talents and knowledge while simultaneously expanding your skill set? Seeking a fast-paced, high-energy environment where creativity and collaboration are nurtured, talent and ability are rewarded, and a work-life balance is valued? Then we have the perfect position for you!

Mind & Media, with offices in Alexandria and Winchester, VA, has an immediate opening for an energetic, enthusiastic individual to come onboard as a Project Manager in our Alexandria office.

• As an integral part of our Client Services team, you will act as a lead project manager on multiple, short turn projects and create and implement product/project plans, and run project teams.
• Your exceptional interpersonal skills will allow Mind & Media to continue providing our eclectic mix of clients with communications solutions that inspire action.
• Your ability to think on your feet and multitask in a high-intensity environment will empower Mind & Media to continue meeting—and exceeding—client expectations.

The ideal candidate for this position is a sophisticated professional who possesses the ability to accurately track and manage project milestones, finances, profitability, ensure quality assurance, and handle conflict resolution (both internally and externally). This individual must also be a self-motivated, client-focused thinker capable of working with minimal supervision in a team environment.

If you're a Project Manager with a proven track record, or a professional with relevant experience, looking to land a dynamic position at an innovative creative media organization, this is your opportunity. Join our team and experience firsthand why both the Washington Business Journal and Washingtonian selected us as one of the DC-area's best places to work!

Benefits:
This job provides the benefit of working for an innovative, award winning communications company. Mind & Media provides our workers with a comfortable, casual work environment designed for creative communications professionals and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, 401(k), health (PPO) and dental insurance, free parking, fitness reimbursement, and a flexible work schedule.

Education and Experience

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Two or more years experience in project and client management, business development or sales. Government project/client management a plus
• Proven track record of excellent client service including successfully managing client projects and expectations
• Good PC computer skills, including working in a network environment, Windows XP, and Microsoft Office (especially MS Excel)PMP certification a plus

Salary will be determined based on experience. This is a basic description of the essential elements of the position. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Contact:
If your instincts tell you that you're the one for this job, we want to hear from you. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to us via:

• Email: jobs@mindandmedia.com (subject line: Mind & Media – Project Manager Position)
• Mail: Mind & Media – Project Manager Position
  15 N. Loudoun Street, Suite 100
  Winchester, VA 22601
• Fax: 703-837-0936
  Attn: Mind & Media – Project Manager Position

Senior Project Manager - Falls Church, VA

G&J Professionals, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support its Falls Church, VA, Federal Government customer. A Bachelors degree in and 10-years of project management experience with a total of 15-years professional work experience is required. Experience must include planning, evaluating, directing, tracking, analyzing and coordinating projects as a project manager of a cross-organizational project that has exceeded $10 million in life-cycle costs. A Project Management Institute (PMI) certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.

To be considered, candidate must have the ability to develop and execute complex technical tasks, to apply analytical problem solving methodologies, to provide technical direction to support staff, and to interface with Government and prime contractor personnel. The candidate must have experience in managing/supporting a Project Management Office and have extensive experience using Microsoft Project in a portfolio environment in support of project planning, budgeting, tracking and reporting to include:

• using MS Project to track actual resource hours and cost;
• perform resource leveling;
• track actual ODCs and
• produce Earned Value Management reports.

Salary: $91,000 to $114,400 per year

Contact:
Gary D. Ponchak
President
G&J Professionals, LLC
410-241-0858

gponchak@gjprofessionals.com 

Sr. Account/Program Manager - Washington, DC

Description:

We are currently looking for a Senior Program Manager with experience managing product integration solutions in complex client environments to join our team in Washington DC. Experience with Enterprise Content Management solutions is highly desired. The successful candidate will lead one of our growing number of ECMS integration projects of 5-15 people, including functional and technical staff and vendors. Responsible for all aspects of project management, including managing client and vendor relationships.

Required Skills:

• 10+ years project/program management experience.
• PMP certification
• Experience with system/product integration
• Strong Background in Federal Government Consulting
• Comfort with delivering FFP, performance-based contract management. EVM
• Multiple client and multiple vendor management experience.
• Excellent client and account management skills
• Requires hands-on involvement with deliverables.

Desired:

• Experience delivering ECMS solutions, such as Documentum, Vignette, Interwoven, Rhythmyx, Oracle Stellent, and PTC ArborText.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree preferred.

Contact:
Glen Wilson, Senior Technical Recruiter
Aquilent
301-939-1106
glen.wilson@aquilent.com

 Technical Project Manager

Skills:

• Qualified candidate must maintain a current PMP Certification
• Seven+ years of hands-on experience in technology project management, managing medium to large scale development initiatives utilizing such technologies and products as Java, J2EE, Weblogic, SOA and EJB.
• Experienced in developing project plans utilizing MS Project to support n-tier architecture projects.
• Must have demonstrated experience interacting with senior level management
• Working understanding of n-Tier architecture and service-oriented architecture
• Should have experience in performing as a consultant,
• Proven initiative to be proactive in establishing goals, meeting objectives and implementing the discipline needed to deliver projects within process-driven environment.
• Extensive portfolio demonstrating the effective software architecture and component design for web based applications
• Must have portfolio capable of demonstrating experience in successfully managing projects through structured SDLC
• Knowledge of Web applications, System Integration and IT Software Development Projects
• Proven ability to work both independently as well as part of a team
• Creative, organizational and strategic business vision; strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills
• Should have a background managing projects with financial services focus
• Ideal candidate would possess CMMI and ITIL certifications
• Strong attention to detail
• Must have a background in leading and managing a team of five or more individuals, including writing performance appraisals, coaching and mentoring team members and managing the team through the various tasks, phases and deliverables of the development lifecycle.

Project Description: Keane's contract is to provide operational support & maintenance (O&M) and systems engineering under a fixed price performance-based contract for the EDGAR system at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

The SEC was created in 1934 as an independent regulatory agency. The SEC administers statutes that protect the investing public by providing full disclosure of required SEC filings, regulating the nation's securities markets, and policing and preventing fraud and manipulation in the securities and financial markets. . EDGAR is a mission critical system within the SEC developed to automate the filing, processing and dissemination of the 15 to 18 million pages of registration statements, reports and other filings received by the SEC each year. These submissions currently are received from over 28,000 registered entities and numerous individual filers. The goals of EDGAR include: facilitating efficient filings and providing support for one-stop filing; enhancing the timeliness and availability of filings to the public; and increasing the effectiveness of SEC personnel in performing their review and auditing functions. EDGAR became operational in 1992.

The work location is the SEC's operations center conveniently located within two minutes of an I-395 exit. This is a professional office setting. Salary range for this position is 90K – 110K.

Role Description: Technical Project Manager

• Manage medium to large scale project development initiatives through all facets of defined VIEWW SDLC
• Lead, manage and coach project team members through the defined processes supporting change to the EDGAR system
• Develop and manage detailed project plans in support of the VIEWW methodology
• Create detailed project plans and work effort estimates, controlling scope, creating risk profiles, resolving conflict and building and communicating effectively with teams
• Deliver complex, multi-disciplinary solutions

Contact:
Please send resumes and salary requirements to aaron.stieler@keane.com. 

PMO Analyst — Metro DC area

Posted 4/23/08

We are seeking a strong PMO Analyst to provide professional services in areas of clinical adoption of product, national marketing and communications, program management oversight and strategic planning and performance monitoring.

Individual will be responsible for assessing client needs and environment in area of portfolio and program management across product implementation/clinical adoption and requirements initiatives. Based on needs assessments, individual will be responsible for making recommendations to create and improve PMO structures within client organization. This may include tasks such as defining PMO operating procedures, creating project management and systems development life cycle frameworks, creating project management toolkits with templates, guidance, training materials, defining and creating dashboarding tools/staus mechanisms.

Required Experience:

• MS Office (especially Excel); MS Project advanced to expert proficiency
• Rational tool experience/exposure
• SharePoint, other PMO or dashboarding tools
• Bachelors Degree in engineering or business area required. Advanced degree optional though favored

Patriot Technologies is a successful service disabled veteran owned small business, Patriot enjoys a unique position in the veteran community which is backed by consistent results. Patriot is the prime contractor on several VA initiatives and partners with several proven partners for many other initiatives.

Contact:
Eric Walker
Technical Recruiter
ewalker@patriottechnologies.net
www.patriottechnologies.net

NOC Manager — EDS

Posted 4/23/08

EDS is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry more than 40 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

Position Overview:
Evaluates communication hardware and software, troubleshoots LAN/MAN/WAN and other network related problems, provides technical expertise for performance and configuration of networks. Performs general LAN/MAN/WAN administration, provides technical leadership in the integration and test of complex large-scale computer integrated networks. Schedules conversions and cut-over. Oversees network control center. Supervises maintenance of systems. Coordinates with all responsible users and sites.

Position Qualifications:

• Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret level government clearance
• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
• 9 years of professional experience
• PMP and CCNA certifications required, ITIL, CCNP and CISSP desired

Please submit resumes to: russ.wainman@eds.com

At EDS, rewards go beyond opportunities to advance your knowledge and career. EDS also provides a wide array of benefits to support our employees and their families. We respect your right to privacy. We do not disclose any of your personal information to any outside parties.

EDS is a registered mark and the EDS logo is a trademark of Electronic Data Systems Corporation. EDS is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of its people. Copyright 2008. Electronic Data Systems Corporation. All rights reserved.

Contact: Please submit resumes to: russ.wainman@eds.com

CIC Manager — EDS

Posted 4/23/08

EDS is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry more than 40 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

Position Overview:
Provide mission critical incident command services to manage, monitor, and provide status on network incidents, special events, and serves as the escalation point for network incidents and performs crisis management. Staff and operate the Critical Incident Support services 24x7x365.

Position Qualifications:

• Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret level government clearance
• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
• 9 years of professional experience
• PMP and CCNA certifications required, ITIL, CCNP and CISSP desired

At EDS, rewards go beyond opportunities to advance your knowledge and career. EDS also provides a wide array of benefits to support our employees and their families. We respect your right to privacy. We do not disclose any of your personal information to any outside parties.

EDS is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of its people.

Contact: Please submit resumes to: russ.wainman@eds.com

Project Manager/Sr. Project Manager — Gaithersburg, MD

Posted 4/23/08

2 open positions in Gaithersburg, MD

Description:
The Corporate Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will provide project management leadership to cross-functional product development teams, function as a key interface in global strategic alliances (alliance management), and contribute to building the infrastructure of a growing department in accordance with the vision set forth by Senior Management.. The position will integrate, facilitate, coordinate, and manage all activities related to planning, executing, and monitoring product development programs throughout the entire product lifecycle. This will include build and drive optimal execution of integrated product development plans, proactively develop mitigation and contingency plans, and ensure compliance with contract terms. The incumbent will also provide independent monitoring and reporting of progress to plan, cross-functional process optimization methods, effective communication of project information, and problem-solving facilitation to resolve project issues. The candidate will be expected to play a key role in facilitating strategic planning and risk assessments, and recommending courses of action for business process improvements and supporting infrastructure.

Requirements:

• B.S./B.A. in the Biological Sciences or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree, at an MBA or MS-level, preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of the biological sciences with technical, scientific, or medical expertise in one or more functional areas involved in pharmaceutical/biologic product development.
• Solid understanding of the overall pharmaceutical/biologic product development process (from concept to launch).
• Demonstrated project management and project planning skills.
• Effective matrix team building, facilitation, negotiation, influencing, leadership, and management skills.
• Demonstrated successful experience leading complex, cross-functional project teams.
• Computer skills, including MS Office Suite and database and project management software.
• Must have the flexibility to travel.

Contact:
Jenny Nichols
202-344-5253
Please email resumes directly to jmg@clinfinder.com
Sr. Recruiter
Clinfinder

Program Manager — EDS

Posted 4-21-08

The Program Manager is a Key Position for this contract. This position will have direct responsibility for supporting solutions delivery of the ICE FPS Risk Assessment Management Program (RAMP) which is focused on delivery and on-going operations of IT services, products, and support to meet customer needs of the ICE FPS. Specifically, solutions delivery provides Web-based applications development, portable computing, operations and maintenance support, data management, disaster recovery planning, systems performance monitoring and capability, testing, configuration management, and system security accreditations.

Position Requirements:

• 8 - 15 years technical leadership experience
• Ability to work in Washington DC
• Excellent communications/briefing skills
• CMMI and System Life Cycle Management experience
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DHS Security Clearance

Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree.

Experience:
Ability to lead a large multi functional operation. Strong leadership skills essential. Focus on both the big picture and the details. Good verbal and written interpersonal skills. Government Experience or Facility Security experience a plus. Experience with leading software development projects required. Experience with portable computing implementations a plus.

Contact:
Please submit your resumes to: russ.wainman@eds.com

Deputy Project Manager — The Centech Group

Posted 4/21/08

Position Description:
The Centech Group is looking for a Deputy PM to support the U.S. Customs and Border Protection contract in the Northern Virginia area (Lorton, VA). The Deputy PM will assist with managing the entire IDIQ CBP contract to maximize productivity, quality, responsiveness, and cost effectiveness; help monitor projects to ensure efficient, effective contract execution; and assist with the preparation of management reports.

Position Requirements:
The Deputy PM will have 7-10 years of successful project/program management experience with a staff of at least 50 members and 12 years experience working with the Instructional Systems Design methodology in a government environment. PMP certified candidates are highly desired. The position requires US a security background investigation for employment.

Salary/Benefits:
Since 1988, CENTECH has been a respected industry and solutions provider with an outstanding reputation as a no risk contractor, a trusted partner and a great place to work. In addition to our extensive benefits, CENTECH also has an extensive motivation and recognition program that provides financial awards twice yearly.

Contact:
If you are interested in finding out more about opportunities with CENTECH — Call Larry Green or Michael Watkins at 703-525-4444 and feel free to visit us at www.centechgroup.com.

Oracle Financials Project Managers and Functional Consultants — Estes Group

Posted 4/21/08

The Estes Group is currently looking to add talented Oracle Financials Project Managers and Functional Consultants to our growing consulting team. Ideal project manager candidates will have a minimum of 7-10 years PM experience and 3-5 years experience in an Oracle Applications 11i environment.

• Min. 5 years Oracle consulting experience.
• Experience with financial process analysis; process design, mapping, and re-engineering; process/software gap analysis and resolution; troubleshooting.
• Modules include AR, AP, GL Order management.
• Must have Oracle Applications 11i implementation and upgrade experience in an Oracle Applications Financial Functional consulting role.
• Detailed knowledge of Procure to Pay and Order to Cash desired.
• Project Management Lifecycle, PMI and/or Six Sigma Certification/Exerience desired.
• Ability to lead high level design discussions.

Our client is also migrating databases from 10g to 11g simultaneously, and is creating a second instance of Oracle Financials in a separate environment.

Must be US citizens and able to commit to one year minimum in Minneapolis, MN.

Contact:
If your resume meets the qulifications for this position, Please contact/forward your resume to Sherry at sherry@estesgrp.com.

Senior Business Analyst — Evans Incorporated

Posted 4/21/08

Evans Incorporated needs a top-performing Senior Business Analyst. Are you experienced in applying industry leading practices for results-driven process improvement (BPI) and organizational change? Do you share a passion for a human-centered focus on consulting service delivery? Fast forward one year from today. You'll have contributed to growth in our international-financial and government sector accounts by effectively delighting clients involved with implementing change due to downsizing, adopting IT, or a need for greater efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of accomplishments in business process improvement projects and change management engagements. We are seeking self-starters comfortable with a near-vertical learning curve, performance-based bonus structures, and working in all shapes and sizes of project teams.

Evans Incorporate is a boutique management consulting firm specializing in business process improvement, IT lifecycle management, human factors and organizational design. Our mission is to apply our evolving experience and expertise to help our clients achieve peak performance through more efficient systems and processes, effective problem solving and decision making, and energized people.

Are you the kind of person that can effectively communicate between IT and business? Are you able to set yourself apart through PMI or Lean Six Sigma certifications? Are you interested in building your career as you contribute to the financial success of the company? Do you like to see more responsibility come your way quickly after you've shown results? If this sounds like a professional opportunity that you want to see realized, send us a copy of your resume along with a half page write-up of your most significant BPI accomplishments. We think your accomplishments are much more important than your resume and we'll read them first.

Contact us at careers@evolvenow.us or visit our website at www.evolvenow.us

Program Manager — Maritime Covert Surveillance Aircraft (MCSA) — Schweizer Aircraft Corporation

Posted 4/21/08

Reports to: Director of Government and Development Programs

Job Summary:
The ideal candidate for the Program Manager for the Maritime Covert Surveillance Aircraft (MCSA) program will be responsible for activities that include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide primary interface between the program office and manufacturing operations, design and process engineering, purchasing, production control and quality.
• Provide direction for assignment of priorities and scheduling of all program manufacturing, procurement and engineering activities.
• Coordinate with internal and external suppliers to collect and deliver current schedule information.
• Provide manufacturing status and, if required, reports earned value data for the aircraft production.
• Responsible for collaborating with management and team members to plan, create, monitor and analyze program schedule performance related metrics.
• Conduct weekly/monthly detailed analysis for major program events.
• Analyze key milestones in order to provide status updates to the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and ETC data.
• Application of ACE tools in the program value stream

Requirements:

• Leads the Maritime Covert Surveillance Aircraft (MCSA) program team.
• Possesses expert knowledge that extends across multiple disciplines.
• Must have the ability to manage, forecast and solve problems.
• Ability to interact with clients that include the US Coast Guard, Customs, Border Protection, Homeland Security and other government agencies.
• High level written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills in a high volume work environment required.
• Must possess the ability to prepare and present briefing materials to management and customers in an efficient and professional manner.
• Strong experience utilizing and working with EVMS tools and principles.
• DCMA and GFR interface experience is preferred
• Preferred candidate will possess experience attaining a commercial FAA certification and meeting military standards for fixed-wing aircraft while ensuring the program meets US Contract Regulations.
• United States Citizenship is required.

Education Requirements:
The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree in an appropriate discipline and meet the following experience levels:

• BA/BS degree with 6-10+ years experience
• MA/MS degree with 4-7+ years experience
• PhD degree with 2-4+ years experience

Contact:
Cas Hill
Managing Partner
Hill Associates LLC
183 Bayberry Road
Fairfield, CT 06825
Cell: 203-522-2218
Voice: 203-374-6838
E-mail: Hillassociates@optonline.net

Senior Project Manager (contract)

Posted 4/2/08

Large Financial institution is looking for an Implementation Manager to begin assignment April 14th. This is a key opportunity in the dynamic Commercial Card product to implement new business for large corporate customers for purchasing, travel and fleet card programs. Overall responsibility for facilitating full implementation process including assessment, project scope, program set up, client approval, training and support for successful rollout of program. Share best practices on program administration, internal marketing, training and e-commerce opportunities. Conduct demonstrations and discuss comparisons of various electronic reporting products with customers. Supports the sales process. Bridge best practice strategies while consulting clients on their payments organization needs. Work Location Washington DC plus, Travel required – aprox 40%. Long term opportunities may include role in relationship management.

Preferred Skills:

• 5-10 years of Project Management experience
• Credit Card, Fleet and/or Commercial Card exp.
• If no Credit Card Experience, then Heavy Accounts Payable systems experience.
• Experience with Chart of Accounts
• ERP Implementation Experience
• Consulting background

Contact:
emiller@strategicstaff.com
804-418-8489

Program Manager — Northrop Grumman, Requisition # 37861

Posted 3/31/08

Northrop Grumman IT/TASC: Join the Northrop Grumman Information Technology Team and put your professional programmatic experience to the test. Lead a multi-faceted team of professionals in a challenging high security environment. Act as primary customer contact for program activities, lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, technical performance, procedures, administration, and logistics. Establish design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts, product research, system development, and integration. Be able to develop and implement a Quality Assurance plan to assess the quality of service. Expand the product line with the customer as necessary for customer satisfaction. Establish milestones and monitor adherence to the master plan and schedule. Identify program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas. If selected for an interview, the candidate must bring proof of any certifications and references for verification.

Required Skills:

• A Bachelors degree required with a minimum 5 years program management experience or 10 years of program management experience without a degree will be considered.
• Show experience in sub-contractor management, customer communication, scheduling, milestone development and operating budgets.
• Must have a full scope polygraph.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Quality Assurance, Preventative Maintenance, and Performance Reviews.
• Work in the physical security field a plus. PSP and/or PMP certification encouraged.
• Supervising design and build projects.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits program, including medical, dental, and life, 401(k) retirement savings plan, pension, and educational assistance.

Contact:

For immediate consideration, please visit our website at http://horizonscareers.northgrum.com/HorizonsWeb/getCareerHome.do

Select job search and use 37861 in the key word area.

Program Manager — Arlington, VA

Posted 3/31/08

Quality Technology, Inc. (QuTech) a dynamic IT systems integration firm has an opportunity at our client site in Arlington, VA for a Program Manager.

Job Description:

The candidate must be PMP certified and have 8 years experience managing web-based application development. Manage a team of 4-6 application developer ranging from very senior to extremely junior. Candidate must have proven experience managing multiple development efforts simultaneously. The chosen candidate will have thorough knowledge and experience with proper SDLC methodology. The proper candidate must be detailed oriented and have the knowledge and experience to proactively avoid issues. Tasks include: submitting weekly status reports to the COR, review for accuracy and completeness, approve all documentation prior to submitting to the government, review and ensure timely submission of monthly invoices.

Job requirements:

• A minimum of a U.S. secret security clearance is required.
• PMP certified (required)
• 8 years experience managing complex web-based application development
• Experience as a web application developer

Salary/Wage: Commensurate with experience.

Contact:

Felise B. Walker
Human Resources/Staffing
Quality Technology, Inc.
9475 Lottsford Rd, Suite 100
Largo, MD 20774
Bus: (301) 883-9460 Ext. 116
Fax: (301) 883-9451
http://www.qutech.com

Scheduler/EVM Specialist — NASA GSFC Greenbelt, MD

Posted 3/31/08

Responsibilities:

Individual will provide Earned Value Management planning and coordination support to the NASA EVM Program Executive including: planning and coordination of the agency-wide Earned Value Management Working Group (EVMWG) activities; Planning and coordination of NASA EVM training activities; assisting in the development and delivery of agency-wide EVM training courses. Coordination of special projects associated with EVM within the Agency, including, but not limited to an agency-wide EVM System Description, “in-house” EVM tools and capabilities. Participation in government and agency-wide EVM coordination activities, assist in problem resolution and risk mitigation to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Support meetings and reviews including preparation of schedules, agendas and charts, and recording minutes, and maintain status logs or milestone charts for business functions (e.g., action items). Duties also include support of other initiatives within the Goddard Code 401 Advanced Concepts and Formulation Office and the NASA Office of Chief Engineer including: planning and managing the annual NASA PM Challenge conference; developing innovative project management training courses, tools and techniques for the NASA workforce; and assisting in the preparation of schedules for Goddard new business proposals and studies.

Requirements:

Individual must have a practical knowledge of Earned Value Management, Systems, and Analysis. Familiarity with EIA-Standard 748-B principles and guidelines as well as NASA NPR 7120.5D and NASA FAR Supplement EVM requirements is needed. An understanding of project management principles and knowledge areas is also needed, as well as practical experience in an EVM environment on complex projects. Individual will need advanced levels of verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact at multiple management levels including other personnel at other NASA field centers, NASA Headquarters and industry. Individual will also periodically extract and analyze EVM data to develop informative and useful performance management assessments. Individual must meet government NAC and citizenship/work permit requirements for access to NASA GSFC.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors or Masters Degree and ten to fifteen years experience in EVM or Scheduling environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted for educational requirements

Contact:

Lesley L. Young, PMP
PM Challenge ConferenceTeam
NASA, Goddard Space Flight Center
Code 401, Building 8, Room 421
Tel: 301-286-5694
Fax: 301-286-1736

Systems Application Manager II, Grade 23 — Treasury MIS, Riverdale, MD

Posted 3/17/08

PNC Bank built and is now supporting a critical transaction system for the Federal Government. In addition, PNC began the design and implementation of a new and important system cornerstone for a large Federal Government initiative with the first and very successful production release in September 2007. The development initiative is divided into phases that conclude at the end of 2009. The support and continued enhancement of this system continues indefinitely.

In support of these systems, PNC is seeking a Business Intelligence Manager in their College Park/Riverdale office in Maryland. This position provides expertise in guiding, aligning and accurately communicating the Business Intelligence (BI) needs of these two separate system solutions for the federal government. The successful candidate will coordinate delivery of BI initiatives and solutions with the federal client and the PNC organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop plans and manage projects to provide exceptional support for business intelligence initiatives. This responsibility includes forecasting level of effort as well as establishing, committing and meeting deliverable dates.
• Justify, acquire, retain, and manage staff including interviewing, hiring, conducting performance reviews, coaching and leading.
• Deliver business objectives by optimizing information flows and processes, establishing repeatable processes, minimizing duplication, improving collaboration and reducing costs.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client and client's IT groups, 3rd party consulting, product vendors, development teams, project management office, quality team, and release management.
• Work with client and business sponsors, project managers and development teams to confirm project proposals, assist in developing a business case and facilitate user acceptance testing to ensure high quality deliverables.
• Communicate status updates while participating in project meetings, project scheduling/tracking, including identification and escalation of risks and issues.
• Adaptive to constant change in the operating business conditions while meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience demonstrating progressive track record in delivering and supporting Business Intelligence/Data Warehouse with at least 5 years of project management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and organization skills, creativity and visioning to support long-range strategic planning.
• Proven skills in relationship building, customer-focus, decision-making, problem-solving, presentation and facilitating meetings with key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Proven knowledge of the data warehouse development lifecycle and major roles/responsibilities of technology teams in delivering BI initiatives, relational/dimensional modeling, data analysis, reporting, metadata and data stewardship.
• Proven knowledge of database, ETL and BI industry tools. Knowledge of Oracle, Datastage, and/or Business Objects a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.

This position will manage 6 PNC employees and 10-15 contractors.

Contact:

Interested Individuals can submit their resume through our website at www.pnc.jobs.
Once at this site, use the job search tool on the left hand side (under Tools and Resources) and search requisition # 478236. At the bottom of the job description there is a link to "Submit your Resume".

Senior Developer / Development Leads .Net, ASP.Net, C#

Posted 3/17/08

The Estes Group is looking for candidates to fill contractor spots for Sr. Developer and Development Lead positions at one of our top client locations in Rockville, MD.

Job functions include:

• Perform product design and programming activities involving multiple modules or subsystems.
• Perform software and system testing procedures, bug verification, release testing and beta support. May consult with customer concerning application and maintenance of software. May coordinate installation of software system. Analyzes and researches software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Participates in design meetings and consults with other staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, and operational and performance requirements of overall system.
• Performs complex release testing and beta support of assigned projects and resolves problems found in the software.
• Prepares documentation required of the project.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Engineering. Advanced degree preferred.
• Advanced study/knowledge in the field of computer science or software engineering along with advanced knowledge of software development and methodologies.
• Minimum 10 years of development experience.
• Minimum 5 years of developing enterprise systems using relational DBMS.
• Minimum 5 years of web application servers.
• Minimum 5 years of (.Net, ASP.net, C#)

Desired Skills:

• Working well with distributed application architectures and high performance systems.
• Ability to work well with business/domain experts and other project personnel.

Contact:

Please submit your resume to the apply link http://Jobs.estesgrp.com/Jobs.nsf/JobNumber/E1202
Or contact Chase at chase@estesgrp.com
We will follow-up ASAP if your resume meets the details of this position.

Senior Project Controller — Edwards Industries

Posted 3/17/08

Job Description:

Senior Project Controller with Open Plan Experience

Functional Responsibilities (summary):

Experienced in setting up, tracking, analyzing and reporting cost and schedule status on individual projects. Experience using Open Plan, Primavera, or Artemis is required to be considered for this position. Responsibilities also include collecting status to generate detailed status reports and providing general support to the Project or Program Manager personnel.

Detailed Position Description:

Senior Project Controllers are desired to support existing and upcoming Federal Government and commercial clients in the locations specified above.

Senior Project Controllers report to Edwards Industries Project Managers and Program Managers within the company business units. They typically work on-site at our customer's locations to provide status, control and progress reporting support services on technology-based programs and projects. Specific responsibilities and skills for this position include:

• Provide general project management support to the project manager and the team.
• Knowledge and experience with earned value management will be helpful.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using the Open Plan.
• Produce schedule status reports.
• Collect detailed project status and generate status reports for the overall project.

Candidate must possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast paced, stressful environment. Experience with Open Plan, Primavera, or Artemis is required.

Position Type:

Full-Time (W2) Employee with Comprehensive Company Benefits Package

Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years experience as a scheduler/project controller and at least one (1) year experience utilizing tools and skills for and project schedule development and tracking. Government and/or DOD contracting experience are a plus.
• A minimum of an associate degree is required with preference toward a technology-based certificate.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and some must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In addition to specific security clearance checks required by our customers, Edwards Industries performs detailed background investigations on all candidates as a condition of hire.

About Edwards Industries:

Edwards Industries is a Hanover, Maryland based project management and systems engineering firm that analyzes, designs, implements and supports organizational and enterprise-level project management solutions for government agencies and commercial establishments. Through applying sound project management and engineering principles, methodologies, disciplines and training solutions, Edwards Industries enhances an organization's ability to control, monitor and gain insight into the programs and projects they manage.

With multi-tasking more common today than ever, and typical projects shorter in duration, organizations need the methodology, processes, discipline and toolsets to manage the variety of resources and skill sets flowing in and out of multiple projects. Organizations need to provide accurate, real-time status on these projects to stakeholders both internal and external to the organization for effective communication and reporting project performance measures. Edwards Industries, cognizant of this need in the marketplace, has focused on support, training and enterprise-level engineering solutions that are based on a centralized “Edwards Industries Methodology” for structure-disciplined project management. This centralized methodology allows Edwards Industries to provide a holistic, full-service, cost effective and complete project management solution. Edwards Industries' commitment to integrity, communication, and a structured discipline influences every project the company undertakes.

As a growing company that has been providing these services since 1997, Edwards Industries seeks those outstanding professionals looking for a challenging and rewarding career to join our team. We are looking for qualified individuals who can combine their technical expertise with good communication skills to further strengthen our progressive team. For that ideal candidate, Edwards Industries offers very comprehensive and generous employee compensation with a benefits package including full health and dental coverage, long-term/short-term disability, life insurance, a 401K safe-harbor/profit sharing plan, personal leave, paid holidays, profit sharing bonuses, commuting cost reimbursement, and many other benefits.

Edwards Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact:

Job Number PM-0007b
Edwards Industries, LLC
Website: www.edwards-ind.com
Primary Support Locations: Various client locations in the Washington DC/Northern Virginia/Baltimore Metro Area

For consideration, please email your resume to Ms. Tricia Kemp at the following address: employment@edwards-ind.com. No phone calls, please.

Associate Project Manager with TS/SCI —Edwards Industries

Posted 3/17/08

Functional Responsibilities (summary):

Experienced in planning, evaluating, directing, tracking, analyzing and coordinating projects. Candidate should be experienced in managing projects using earned value management systems and techniques in accordance with ANSI and PMI® standards. Must have the ability to work with and support complex technical tasks, apply analytical problem solving methodologies, provide technical direction to support staff, interface with Government and/or commercial contractor personnel, some Earned Value Management experience and able to effectively allocate staff resources.

Detailed Position Description:

Associate project managers are desired to support existing and upcoming Federal Government and commercial clients in the locations specified above.

Associate Project Managers report to the company program managers or the Vice President of Project Management Innovations and provide project management support services to the federal staff on a variety of technology-based projects. Specific responsibilities include:

• Support a variety of Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) based documentation in accordance with industry best practices the Project Management Institute (PMI®) standards.
• Assist with facilitated planning sessions to build consensus among project team members regarding specific task activities, task sequencing and task interrelationships within each project schedule. Based on the facilitated planning sessions and the resulting information, support the creation, review, and update of program schedules and corresponding project management plan (PMP) documents.
• Planning, developing, executing, and monitoring project baselines and budgets.
• Provide support and assistance for strategic business planning.
• Develop and track project schedule and cost performance criteria to include Earned Value (EV) metrics in accordance with ANSI/EIA 748A.
• Monitor adherence to program management guidance and directives issued on specific IT projects under the OCIO staff prevue.
• Prepare project reports and presentations for program and project status meetings.
• Develop standards for executing industry best practice program management processes and procedures.
• Candidate must be familiar with the principles and guidelines of PMI®. PMP® certification is a preference for this candidate.
• Candidate must possess strong organizational and communication skills, and have the ability to absorb and manage large quantities of information in a fast paced, stressful environment. Candidate should have a working knowledge of Earned Value Management systems and analyzing EV metrics. A working knowledge of scheduling tools, such as Microsoft Project, is required.

Position Type:

Full-Time (W2) Employee with Comprehensive Company Benefits Package

Requirements:

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of professional experience.
• A minimum of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited university is required with a technology-based degree (e.g.: engineering or computer science) preferred.
• TS/SCI Clearance required.

About Edwards Industries:

Edwards Industries is a Hanover, Maryland based project management and systems engineering firm that analyzes, designs, implements and supports organizational and enterprise-level project management solutions for government agencies and commercial establishments. Through applying sound project management and engineering principles, methodologies, disciplines and training solutions, Edwards Industries enhances an organization's ability to control, monitor and gain insight into the programs and projects they manage.

With multi-tasking more common today than ever, and typical projects shorter in duration, organizations need the methodology, processes, discipline and toolsets to manage the variety of resources and skill sets flowing in and out of multiple projects. Organizations need to provide accurate, real-time status on these projects to stakeholders both internal and external to the organization for effective communication and reporting project performance measures. Edwards Industries, cognizant of this need in the marketplace, has focused on support, training and enterprise-level engineering solutions that are based on a centralized “Edwards Industries Methodology” for structure-disciplined project management. This centralized methodology allows Edwards Industries to provide a holistic, full-service, cost effective and complete project management solution. Edwards Industries' commitment to integrity, communication, and a structured discipline influences every project the company undertakes.

As a growing company that has been providing these services since 1997, Edwards Industries seeks those outstanding professionals looking for a challenging and rewarding career to join our team. We are looking for qualified individuals who can combine their technical expertise with good communication skills to further strengthen our progressive team. For that ideal candidate, Edwards Industries offers very comprehensive and generous employee compensation with a benefits package including full health and dental coverage, long-term/short-term disability, life insurance, a 401K safe-harbor/profit sharing plan, personal leave, paid holidays, profit sharing bonuses, commuting cost reimbursement, and many other benefits.

Edwards Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact:

Job Number PM-0001d
Edwards Industries, LLC
Website: www.edwards-ind.com
Primary Support Locations: Client location in the Columbia, Maryland area

For consideration, please email your resume to Ms. Tricia Kemp at the following address:
employment@edwards-ind.com. No phone calls, please.