Vertex – Technology & Training Solutions – Project Manager – (Remote)

The position you are applying for is with Vertex Technology & Training Solutions which was formerly Raytheon Global Training & Logistics. The Vertex Company acquired Raytheon Global Training & Logistics in December 2021.

Vertex Professional Services (VPS) is seeking a highly-motivated Project Manager to work alongside the program management team. The primary responsibility of this position is to manage and lead all aspects of employee learning and development projects including: initial scope, design, development, implementation, budget and schedule establishment and adherence, profit and loss management, customer relationships and customer growth initiatives.

VERTEX OVERVIEW

The Vertex Company is a services solutions provider that operates as a federal government prime contractor. With over 7,000 employees in 200 locations worldwide, the Mississippi-based company offers vertically integrated solutions for defense and commercial customers.

Delivering integrated turnkey lifecycle support from concept definition, to engineering and manufacturing, through end of life support of complex systems and platforms, Vertex offerings include all levels of aviation maintenance, worldwide contractor logistics support, systems engineering and integration, specialized onsite mission execution, high consequence training programs for defense and commercial customers, and integrated supply-chain solutions. Over our 50 year history, we have perfected the balance of cost, schedule, and performance to offer high-quality solutions that consistently exceed customer requirements.

The Vertex Company is a Federal Contractor and must comply with Federal mandates. All employees may be required to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of continued employment. A medical or religious accommodation may be granted on a case-by-case basis. In order for an accommodation to be considered, you must submit the COVID-19 Vaccination Accommodation Request form.

Vertex is a portfolio company of American Industrial Partner (AIP), an operationally orientated private investment firm with a 30 year track record of working with management teams to build scaled world class businesses (www.americanindustrial.com).

The successful candidate will assess project status and issues; develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and client satisfaction goals and objectives; and develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to work proactively, efficiently, and effectively within budget, teaming with co-workers, internal departments, and the end customer.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Work alongside client partners to identify and gain consensus on requirements, clearly defined scope and deliverables

• Intake new work and lead development of scope, schedule, and cost estimates

• Develop, present and execute Statements of Work (SOW), Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and other account growth documents

• Identify necessary resources and detail key program objectives and milestones to support scoped projects

• Prepare/Update various business documents for review and approval by the leadership team (including SOWs, budgets and project plans for scoped projects)

• Develop multi-year strategic roadmap for all assigned projects

• Monitor the development, implementation and deployment of new or recurring projects to ensure compliance with agreed upon terms

• Oversee vendor quality and the overall supply chain processes (creation of Purchase Requests, manage Purchase Orders, ensure invoices are accurate and processed on time etc.)

• Assign work and monitor deliverables of team members in areas that include schedule, budget, and quality of service, while ensuring adherence to common processes and best practices

• Identify and support implementation of process improvements

• Ensure budgets are adhered to and potential cost variances are contained

• Responsible for overall program execution resulting in achievement of planned retention/expansion of assigned programs as well as new growth within assigned areas

• Lead continuous improvement/change efforts

Required:

• Minimum six years’ business project management experience in a customer-facing environment

• Demonstrated capability to lead a team to achieve positive results and meet project milestones

• Experience analyzing and/or preparing reports utilizing financial statements such as budget detail, cost actuals, and P&L and earned value management

• Proven ability to build relationships at multiple levels of a client organization

• Ability to develop cost estimates based on requirements and monitor performance against an established budget

• Experience creating and analyzing data to generate reports, summarize results, identify problems, and suggest solutions

• Experience in the learning/talent development industry

• Proficient level skill with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Visio)

• Understanding of Scope of Work (SOW), Service Level Agreement (SLA) and Logistics Program Details (LPD) documents

• Knowledge of learning industry, training administration, and classroom or event logistics

• The ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Travel up to 20% to support events at other facilities, primarily in the continental US

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

• Eight years professional experience with a high school diploma may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

Important to note:

• Some travel outside the US may be required

• After hours, weekend and/or overtime work may be required

*** This position requires a U.S. Citizenship with and ability to obtain as U.S. Security Clearance ***

Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.