Sr Manager, Project Mgmt

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Plans, monitors and manages internal projects from initiation through completion | Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and team leadership | Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions | Responsibilities are within the Program Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors

• Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report

• Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty

• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges

• Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager

• Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers

• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Has P&L responsibility.

• Implements and administers corporate projects, typically consisting of multiple sub-projects.

• Executes projects that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.

• Participates in all aspects of corporate projects, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.

• Promotes the project throughout the organization and tracks utilization.

• Manages the work of project management staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.

• Evaluates project effectiveness by collecting and analyzing data in support of key performance metrics.

• Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.

• Provides reports and updates to senior management or other stakeholders.

• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree

• Discipline/Major: Business or related degree preferred

• Additional certifications: Project Management Certification preferred

• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Leadership skills. Fit/Gap Analysis. Needs Analysis. Project Management. Project Controls. Project Development. Project Documentation. Project Estimation. Project Evaluation. Project Implementation. Project Planning and Scheduling. Project Status Reporting. Scope Management. Stakeholder Management. Project Management Software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.

• May need to stand for long periods of time.

• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.