Project Lead - U.S. Citizenship

Project Lead - U.S. Citizenship Required

CGI Federal is currently seeking an experienced Logistics Project Lead (SME) to support a large Department of Homeland Security program. This role is responsible for supporting lifecycle maintenance, sustainment, and operational efficiency of the program's critical systems. The Project Lead will serve as the official point of contact with government representatives and lead all technical and operational aspects of this federal program.

This position is located in one of CGI Federal's offices in Fairfax, VA, Lebanon, VA, Lafayette, LA or Knoxville, TN; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. You will be required to work in a CGI Federal office two days per week.

Your future duties and responsibilities include:

• Leading a team of business analysts, RPA analysts, and SMEs to assess client requirements, identify opportunities for automation and process improvements, and make recommendations to the client.
• Overseeing programs and supervising professional and technical personnel.
• Managing all phases of the project and ensuring timely reporting requirements (e.g., deliverables, schedules, etc.).
• Monitoring call orders, subcontracts, and funding; preparing financial forecasts in collaboration with the program manager.
• Maintaining collaborative relationships with government teams to conduct lifecycle maintenance and sustainment operations.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role include:

• Due to the nature of the government contract and clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required, as well as successful completion of a CGI background check prior to beginning work.
• Active CBP BI or the ability to obtain the applicable agency clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.
• 7–10 years of experience in project management and/or logistics applications.
• Experience in lifecycle management, maintenance, and sustainment of critical systems.
• Experience developing project timelines, tracking progress, addressing risks and impediments, and communicating status to the client.
• Proven experience managing federal programs and multidisciplinary teams, including tracking schedules, risks, financials, and staffing.
• Ability to interpret and act on operational analytics (throughput, cycle time, SLA performance).
• Strong understanding of government contracting operations.

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.