POSITION OVERVIEW:

VectorUSA is seeking a skilled and experienced Federal Project Manager to oversee and manage federal projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of Project Management experience managing complex federal projects, a strong technical background, and familiarity with federal compliance standards. This position involves collaboration with agencies such as the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Veterans Administration.
Initially reporting to the overall Project Manager for an active project, the On-Site Federal Project Manager is responsible for daily logistical coordination and compliance tracking to support onsite engineers. This includes managing documentation, facilitating briefings, ensuring all required signatures are obtained, and maintaining secure records. The role requires a professional who is detail-oriented, thrives in complex environments, and can confidently engage with senior stakeholders.
As projects progress this Project Manager will be expected to serve as the primary on other Federal projects as well.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education
• Preferred: Degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification
• Required: PMP (Project Management Professional).
• May be in progress but required as a condition of continued employment.
• Clearance
• Required: Active Secret Clearance.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Years of Experience: 5+ years of recent experience managing federal projects.
• Military or DoD: Contracting experience strongly preferred, with shipboard/maritime vessel background highly prioritized.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Cisco and Aruba networking, Aruba ClearPass, Cisco ISE, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA.
• Project Types: Demonstrated experience in federal projects involving OSP / ISP fiber installations, network core and edge equipment installation, network server deployment, and cybersecurity implementations.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Project Management Proficiency: Strong skills in project budgeting, scheduling, scope management, and risk mitigation.
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in IT wireless / networking, network infrastructure, cybersecurity protocols, and fiber installation.
• CAD: Familiarity with CAD and drawings.
• Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with ISO 9001 and NIST frameworks, with a solid understanding of federal compliance standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and client relationship management skills, with experience working with federal agencies.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based project bonus plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Training and development opportunities, including ProCore platform training.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement.

• Project Planning & Execution
• Lead the full lifecycle of federal projects, from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, budgets, schedules, and critical milestones.
• Manage project KPIs, including budget adherence, scheduling, scope control, and overall project quality.
• Coordinate daily statuses as well as in-briefs and out-briefs, providing clear updates on project status.
• Manage project paperwork, drawings, and technical documentation; ensure signatures are gathered and documents scanned/stored correctly.
• Support the onsite engineer with logistical planning (who, what, where, when, how).
• Review technical drawings and technical documentation for accuracy; ability to contribute hands-on is a plus.
• Present updates and findings to executive-level stakeholders with confidence.
• Navigate ambiguous situations and develop solutions to maintain schedules; candidates should provide a written example of doing so in past roles.
• Technical Project Leadership
• Manage projects involving Cisco and Aruba networking equipment (wired and wireless), cybersecurity solutions (including Fortinet and Cisco ASA), and Aruba ClearPass / Cisco ISE.
• Oversee installations of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) fiber, network servers, firewalls, security cameras, and related video management systems (VMS).
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the primary point of contact for federal clients, ensuring continuous and effective communication throughout project duration.
• Establish regular updates and reporting to stakeholders on progress, potential risks, and project adjustments, ensuring client satisfaction and alignment with federal agency needs.
• Travel & Site Coordination
• Manage travel requirements between San Diego and Torrance offices.
• Coordinate on-site project activities, with required travel to Naval ports within the United States and possible limited travel to ports outside of the U.S.
• Travel may be 50% of the employee’s time during the initial project and may scale over time as projects evolve.
• VectorUSA offers compensation for travel mileage, with potential car allowances as travel requirements increase.
• Compliance & Security Standards
• Ensure all project activities comply with ISO 9001 and NIST frameworks, maintaining alignment with federal security and compliance regulations.
• Manage documentation and reporting for federal compliance, audit readiness, and quality assurance.
• Performance Monitoring & KPI Tracking
• Track project progress against established KPIs for project budgets, schedules (including milestone and critical path tracking), and scope management.
• Proactively manage and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as needed and maintaining accountability for project deliverables.
• Project Management Software & Tools
• Utilize Excel and Microsoft Project for budget management, scheduling, and task tracking.
• Use ProCore as the primary project management platform (training will be provided for candidates unfamiliar with this tool).
• In-Office & Remote Work
• This role is primarily based in VectorUSA’s San Diego or Torrance office.
• After a 6-month period, eligibility for remote work or partial remote work will be assessed based on performance and project requirements at the discretion of management.
• Incentive & Bonus Structure
• VectorUSA offers a project bonus plan tied to project financial performance.
• Project Managers are eligible for this bonus if project financial objectives are met.