Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Project Manager serves as the primary interface with our Department of the Navy clients, responsible for managing client relationships, leading project execution, and delivering high-quality analytical and strategic products. This role requires a balance of project management discipline, executive-level communication, and analytical problem-solving to support the development and execution of Public-Public and Public-Private partnership initiatives under Title 10 authorities.

The Project Manager leads cross-functional teams, facilitates senior-level meetings and working groups, and translates complex financial, real estate, and policy considerations into actionable recommendations for government decision-makers.

The Project Manager will work with the Program Manager on monthly project reports, financial reporting, project tracking, and client management to ensure project timeline, scope, and budget are met.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Navy clients, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships
• Lead engagements with senior military and civilian leadership, including O-6/GS-15 and above
• Facilitate and lead high-visibility meetings, workshops, and briefings

• Develop and deliver executive-level briefings (PowerPoint, decision memos, white papers)
• Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations
• Confidently present to large and senior audiences

• Lead and manage a team of SMEs across financial, real estate, and policy domains
• Own project delivery across scope, schedule, and quality
• Provide direction, feedback, and mentorship to junior staff

• Lead COA development, feasibility analysis, and financial modeling
• Structure ambiguous problems and guide teams toward defensible solutions

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent
• 5-8 years of work experience
• Preferred military experience
• Other skills required:
  • Demonstrated experience managing client relationships in a consulting or government environment
  • Strong public speaking and facilitation skills, with experience briefing senior stakeholders
  • Proven ability to lead projects and teams in dynamic, ambiguous environments
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience synthesizing complex data into clear recommendations
  • Experience supporting DoD, Department of the Navy, or federal clients (strongly preferred)
  • Background in real estate, infrastructure, public-private partnerships, or financial analysis (preferred)

• Experience briefing Flag/SES-level leadership
• Experience with Title 10 authorities, P3/P4 partnerships, or federal real estate
• Military or prior DoD civilian experience

• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Business Acumen – Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals
• Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments
• Design – Generates creative solutions; uses feedback to modify designs; demonstrates attention to detail
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with challenging topics
• Project Management – Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures;…