Project Manager - DHS Acquisitions

Company: Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Location: McLeanDate: Jan 11, 2025Requisition ID: 1558175At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The opportunityEY US is currently looking for qualified professionals interested in helping US federal, state and local agencies better manage their programs and projects. If you are looking to make an impact in how our government provides its services, then come join our team.Your key responsibilities

• Work in a collaborative environment with various project teams to support the mission and its components
• Act as a trusted client advisor, responsible for project delivery
• Lead multiple operational projects and teams in a collaborative team environment
• Responsible for project scoping, planning and tracking, on-time delivery, and high-quality deliverables and services
• Meet financial objectives
• Prepare and participate in client presentations
• Provide advice, assistance and written recommendations on strategic initiatives and performance improvement opportunities
• Assist in identifying key capability gaps and assist in developing recommendations to address these gaps
• Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in development of proposals in support of new business development
• Oversee a delivery team and be main point of contact for clients for assigned projects
• Support hiring/recruiting as needed to support various business initiatives
• Communicate the improvements from and help implement EY US' portfolio management, PM and project management methodologies
• Develop people through effective leadership, coaching and mentoring of all levels of staff
• Support people-related initiatives through competency brand building (e.g., recruitment, retention, training, competency development)Skills and attributes for success
  • Understand clients' cultures and operations to influence important decisions
  • Leverage industry leading practices and trends to provide valuable insights to clients
  • Assist with cultivating and managing business development opportunities. Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients.
  • Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Develop relationships with team members across all EY practices to serve client needs.To qualify for the role, you must have
    • 7 or more years of relevant professional work experience as a project manager and business analyst
    • Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment
    • 7 or more years supporting DHS components
    • 5 or more years managerial and hands-on experience supporting the DHS components' acquisition and investment management processes, DHS INVEST and related deliverables
    • 5 or more years managerial experience with direct supervisory responsibilities
    • Subject matter expertise, demonstrating significant breadth and depth in multiple domains of work including business transformation, performance management, emerging technologies, innovation, travel, trade, biometrics, information systems, and technology platforms
    • Excellent communications skills, including verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation
    • Well-organized with a track record of producing high-quality deliverables on time
    • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance or higher, which will be driven by the engagement requirementsIdeally you'll also have
      • Certified associate in PMWhat we look forTop performers have experience supporting client service projects, business development efforts and internal growth initiatives. The candidate should have experience delivering services for project plans on medium to small projects. Experience with federal, state or local agencies, often gained by working in a Big Four global management consulting firm or a blue-chip company focused on the government and the public sector, is a plus.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $96,300 to $176,500. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
        • Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
        • Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
        • Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
        • Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.For those living in California, please click here for additional information.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com
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