Senior Project Management Jobs in Utah

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Project Manager. This position is located in Roy, UT. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do:

The selected candidate will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. They review status of projects and budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports. The Project Manager assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. They develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Frequent use and general knowledge of project management industry practices, techniques, and standards. General application of project management concepts, and principles. Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks. Problem Solving: Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Discretion/Latitude: Works under only very general supervision. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy. Impact: Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals. Errors in judgement or failure to achieve results would normally require a moderate expenditure of resources to rectify. Liaison: Frequent internal company and external contacts. Represents organization on specific projects. May make presentations to small groups.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to support integrated product teams in identifying Government Information and Property requirements, developing solutions, and obtaining joint Gov/NG/Supplier agreements.

• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, Giver/Receiver Web Tool and Business Management Scheduling tools.

• Act as NG focal point for joint Gov/NG Government Information and Property meetings.

• Ability to go on Hill Air Force base to meet with Government and team personnel.

• Be able to uphold the Giver/Receiver governance process and procedures.

• Maintain and develop actionable metrics for Giver/Receivers.

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; master's degree and 6 years’ experience; PhD and 4 years’ experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.

• Must be a U.S citizen and have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need.

• At least 4 years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.

• Demonstrated track record/ experience in project management/ execution and closeout.

• Skilled use of Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project).

• Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management principles.

• Capable of working with minimal direction, independently determines and develops technical objectives of assignments, and presents work upon completion for high level review.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to establish a solid working relationship with technical staff, peers, and customers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification.

• Firm understanding and application of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).

• Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization and with outside organizations.

• Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level.

• Experience with establishing Strategy, Roadmap, Vision artifacts.

• Demonstrated experience using SAP, Windows software packages, Atlassian Tool Suite, and other electronic databases.

• Proficient in Agile Development.

• 3 years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).

• A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and management experience.

• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, Giver/Receiver Web Tool and Business Management Scheduling tools.

• Experience working with the government with property, facilities, data, and or software.

Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.