LMI seeks project managers to support a federal program management office in Northern Virginia. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate trade and travel. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide “eyes and ears” technology to protect our nation.

Representative responsibilities:

• Supports the Lead Program Manager and leadership as the lead for assigned project(s)
• Serves as agency representative for assigned project(s), responsible for a successful execution of the Border Wall Program
• Responsible for successful project execution including management of scope, schedule, budget, and contractor performance
• Responsible for ensuring timely elevation of project issues through the Planning and Project Execution Team for resolution
• Identifies, evaluates, and mitigates risks, issues, and opportunities for assigned project(s)
• Serves as the project expert and spokesperson for the project(s) with responsibility to present, explain, and defend program management issues and directions to higher-level official in CBP, DHS, and other government agencies and interested public groups
• Collaborates with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Engineering, Business Management, key stakeholders, and other offices throughout the project life cycles
• Coordinates all project related outreach efforts

• Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance use, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.
• Previous work with CBP’s Integrated Fixed Tower (IFT), Remove Video Surveillance Systems (RVSS), Mobile and Agent-Centric Systems (MACS), or Field Surveillance Services (FSS) portfolios is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience and a Master’s degree in business, management, finance, or information management; or, 12+ years and a Bachelor’s degree.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• Experience with the DHS acquisition life cycle framework (ALF) and systems engineering life cycle (SELC) management processes and the CBP PPBA process is desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Prior experience in project management support preferred.