Program Management Consultant

Ignite Digital Federal Services
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
1505 King Street (Show on map)
Nov 08, 2024
Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company specializing in data and systems integration solutions for the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical consulting expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies. We've redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients. Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services: Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO Education stipends and referral bonuses Compelling work with the U.S. federal government Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement Opportunity to shape the future of our industry Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth Ignite Digital Services is seeking a mid-level Program Management Consultant to support to assist our government clients with day-to-day business operations support. This role is critical to ensuring effective oversight, tracking, and completion of taskings and actions required to run the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and Advanced Technology Research (ATR) IPTs. This role will work across multiple domains with stakeholders at all levels to provide support in a variety of functional areas including contracts, finance, logistics, program management, data visualization, and process improvement supporting the two IPTs business operations processes. Key Responsibilities: Identify deficient processes across function domains within both IPTs and implement solutions to increase efficiencies and effective utilization of resources to provide client value using Microsoft Power Platform tools. Work closely with the Government Business Finance Manager to oversee the tracking and reporting of 50 projects capturing updates for all funds received, manage spend plans, and ensure incorporation into weekly financial dashboard to provide insight into discrepancies from established baseline spend. Work alongside the Acquisition Manager to develop purchase requisition packages for contract modifications to ensure continuity of support received from other vendors supporting the IPTs. Work with IPT technical leads and Acquisition Manager to identify work scope for new contracts within the IPTs. Work to develop acquisition documents for these contracts including the PWS, cost estimate, and other documents as required by NIWC contracts officer. With inputs and assistance from Government PMs, lead efforts for cost estimation for new projects within the IPT. Oversee and manage the IPT KM site ensuring all information is up to date and captures new work performed within the IPT, leverage the SharePoint environment to drive efficiencies for how work it performed for supporting functions. Support the Gov logistician with management and inventory of received inventory and develop process for how to track and managed receipt of new equipment received. Qualifications: Work Experience - 4-6 years' experience supporting Department of Defense acquisitions in a program analyst role. Education - bachelor's degree in business related curriculum, management information systems, or engineering Strong understanding of Defense Working Capital business model and financial processes Understanding of contracts acquisition lifecycle and processes. i.e. Development, negotiation, award, sustainment. Knowledge of Navy ERP system, transactions, and reports to manage finances in a DWCF business Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools. i.e. Jira, Confluence, MS Projects Nice to have - Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform Tool suite, PowerBI, Power Automate, Power Apps, utilization of SP, and MS Planner Nice to have - PMP or DAWIA Level III Certification Work Schedule: Mon-Friday (2-3 days a week on-site) - Charleston Salary: $85,000 + dependent on education and experience Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Ignite Digital Services is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors. Ignite Digital Services is an EEO/AA/Disability/VETS Employer. Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status, or any other protected status. For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract. OFCCP'S Pay Transparency Rule EEO is the Law Poster