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Apply today!\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nServes as the single point of contact for all matters relating to contract performance, with authority to commit contractor resources and direct contractor personnel\nProvides day to day oversight of contractor operations and serves as primary operational liaison between the Government and contractor personnel\nProvides administrative and technical oversight of all contractor activities to ensure personnel are trained, aligned, and performing to requirements\nMaintains labor hour records and submits monthly labor reports for Government verification prior to invoicing\nDevelops, maintains, and manages a resource loaded Integrated Master Schedule tracking Blue List milestones, software releases, interagency dependencies, and other contract activities\nApplies Critical Path Method analysis to identify schedule risk, recommend corrective actions, and communicate schedule impacts\nMonitors overall contractor performance for compliance with contract requirements and Government performance standards\nAttends recurring program management meetings and coordinates execution activities with the Government Blue List Program Manager and CORs\nCoordinates preparation, review, submission, and resolution of all contract deliverables, ensuring Government comments and corrective actions are addressed in a timely manner\nCoordinates contractor staffing activities including onboarding and offboarding, notification of key personnel changes, management of staffing vacancies, and verification that required certifications, training, and security requirements are maintained\nCoordinates administrative activities supporting performance including facility access, badging, Government furnished property, security requirements, and authorized travel\nMaintains and provides recurring management reports and records including performance status reports, action item logs, and risk and issue logs\nIdentifies risks and performance issues affecting execution, coordinates corrective actions, and communicates significant issues, impacts, and recommendations in a timely manner\n\nBACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Systems Engineering, or a related operational field\nMinimum 10 years of professional experience in project management, team leadership, and program scheduling, with at least 4 years directly supporting DoD or federal agencies\nDemonstrated technical expertise establishing and maintaining a resource loaded Integrated Master Schedule using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or an equivalent enterprise tool\nNotable interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and interface professionally with senior military and civilian leadership\nMaster's degree required\nActive PMP or PMI Scheduling Professional certification required\n\nLOCATION\n\nSan Diego, CA, onsite\n\nCLEARANCE\n\nMust be a US Citizen\nUnclassified, no personnel security clearance required\n\nCLIENT\n\nDefense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Blue List Program\n\nHOURS\n\n40 hours per week\n8 hours per day\n\nEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION\n\nEmployment Classification Eligibility – W2\n\nRELOCATION\n\nNot eligible for relocation benefits\n\nCOMPENSATION\n\nSalary range: $125,000 – $150,000\nBenefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. Full benefits brochure available for review.\n\nWest 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.\n\nOther Considerations: This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 candidates. Relocation will not be offered. This position requires access to Department of Defense facilities and systems. As a condition of employment, selected candidates must complete and receive favorable adjudication from a federal government background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. 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This role serves as the single point of contact for all matters relating to contract performance, with authority to commit contractor resources and direct contractor personnel. You will provide day to day oversight of contractor operations, serve as the primary operational liaison between the Government and contractor personnel, and manage a resource loaded Integrated Master Schedule tracking program milestones, software releases, and interagency dependencies. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today!\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nServes as the single point of contact for all matters relating to contract performance, with authority to commit contractor resources and direct contractor personnel\nProvides day to day oversight of contractor operations and serves as primary operational liaison between the Government and contractor personnel\nProvides administrative and technical oversight of all contractor activities to ensure personnel are trained, aligned, and performing to requirements\nMaintains labor hour records and submits monthly labor reports for Government verification prior to invoicing\nDevelops, maintains, and manages a resource loaded Integrated Master Schedule tracking Blue List milestones, software releases, interagency dependencies, and other contract activities\nApplies Critical Path Method analysis to identify schedule risk, recommend corrective actions, and communicate schedule impacts\nMonitors overall contractor performance for compliance with contract requirements and Government performance standards\nAttends recurring program management meetings and coordinates execution activities with the Government Blue List Program Manager and CORs\nCoordinates preparation, review, submission, and resolution of all contract deliverables, ensuring Government comments and corrective actions are addressed in a timely manner\nCoordinates contractor staffing activities including onboarding and offboarding, notification of key personnel changes, management of staffing vacancies, and verification that required certifications, training, and security requirements are maintained\nCoordinates administrative activities supporting performance including facility access, badging, Government furnished property, security requirements, and authorized travel\nMaintains and provides recurring management reports and records including performance status reports, action item logs, and risk and issue logs\nIdentifies risks and performance issues affecting execution, coordinates corrective actions, and communicates significant issues, impacts, and recommendations in a timely manner\n\nBACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Systems Engineering, or a related operational field\nMinimum 10 years of professional experience in project management, team leadership, and program scheduling, with at least 4 years directly supporting DoD or federal agencies\nDemonstrated technical expertise establishing and maintaining a resource loaded Integrated Master Schedule using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or an equivalent enterprise tool\nNotable interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and interface professionally with senior military and civilian leadership\nMaster's degree required\nActive PMP or PMI Scheduling Professional certification required\n\nLOCATION\n\nSan Diego, CA, onsite\n\nCLEARANCE\n\nMust be a US Citizen\nUnclassified, no personnel security clearance required\n\nCLIENT\n\nDefense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Blue List Program\n\nHOURS\n\n40 hours per week\n8 hours per day\n\nEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION\n\nEmployment Classification Eligibility – W2\n\nRELOCATION\n\nNot eligible for relocation benefits\n\nCOMPENSATION\n\nSalary range: $125,000 – $150,000\nBenefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. 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