Project Manager
Serco is hiring a Project Manager to be part of a dynamic team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) Navy's Air Traffic Control programs in Charleston, SC.
The ideal candidate has supported program execution across technical, operational, and compliance domains, understands DoD environments, and brings lessons learned from complex challenges, including failed or delayed initiatives. You will lead integrated teams, drive delivery, and guide stakeholders through programmatic complexity with resilience and insight.
This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
In this role you will :
- Lead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs that support DoD clients and contract deliverables.
- Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, and budgets that align with DoD acquisition and performance requirements.
- Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and government stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission goals and compliance standards.
- Support all phases of the program lifecycle, including planning, execution, performance tracking, reporting, and closeout.
- Identify risks and apply experience from past program support challenges, including exposure to underperforming or failed efforts.
- Implement lessons learned to improve program efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance future performance.
- Ensure all documentation meets DoD and organizational standards, including status reports, risk management plans, and milestone tracking.
- Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams and help translate technical requirements into program execution strategies.
To be successful in this role, you will have :
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearanceU.S Citizenship requiredPMP or a DAWIA LEVEL I CertificationA Bachelor's DegreeOr a High School diploma / GED with minimum 10 years of program or project management experience in lieu of degreeMinimum 6 years of program or project management experienceMinimum 6-10 years of experience supervising employeesAssigns work to subordinates based on employee's capabilities, priorities, and difficultyDevelops performance standards and evaluates employee performanceProvides technical and administrative oversight, advice, and instructionInterviews with candidates and recommendations for hiring, promotions, etc.Hears and resolves employee complaints, referring to serious complaints lacking resolution to higher level supervisionTakes disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends more serious disciplinary measures to higher supervisionIdentifies and arranges for employee developmental and training requirementsMinimum of 10 years of Government acquisition experience at the SYSCOM levelExperience contributing to or supporting programs that encountered delivery, performance, or compliance challengesand the ability to articulate key takeaways and adjustments madeDemonstrated resilience and stress managementComplex problem solvingStrong interpersonal skillsDemonstrated critical and analytical thinkingAbility to travel 10% (CONUS & OCONUS)Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S PassportAdditional desired experience and skills :
Active DoD Secret security clearancePrior acquisition experience supporting DoD initiatives and ensuring compliance under FAR / DFARS regulationsUnderstanding risk management, change control, and stakeholder communication best practicesApply today to discover your place in our world!
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.