Project Manager

Job Posting: Part-Time Project Manager (Key Personnel) – USCG Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) Program Support

Location: Mobile, AL (On-site at OPC Program Office, with occasional shipyard access) Position Type: Part-Time (Key Personnel) Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

We are seeking a highly experienced Part-Time Project Manager to serve as the designated Key Personnel and single point of contact for a critical U.S. Coast Guard shipbuilding support contract in Mobile, Alabama.

Position Summary

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for all contractor work performed under the Performance Work Statement. You will provide senior-level program management oversight, ensure compliance with the Major System Acquisition Manual (MSAM), and coordinate support across SharePoint development, data management, documentation/administration, Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) / Earned Value Management (EVMS), Technical Support Management (TSM) deficiency records, and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) support functions. This is a part-time leadership role that requires strong organizational skills and the ability to deliver high-quality support in a fast-paced ship acquisition environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)
• Provide overall program management and oversight of all task areas, including SharePoint workflows/dashboards, documentation support, IMS/EVMS surveillance, TSM deficiency record management, and administrative services
• Review contract deliverables, develop and maintain project plans, and assist in drafting acquisition documents
• Ensure timely delivery of all required reports, metrics, data calls, and briefings
• Retrieve weekly performance assessments from team members to support monthly invoice validation and documentation
• Monitor and coordinate surge support during ship trials and other high-priority events
• Attend meetings, track action items, and provide status updates to government leadership
• Maintain full availability via telephone (0900–1700 CST, Monday–Friday) and respond to technical issues within 24 hours

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or minimum of 5 years of relevant experience directly supporting the PWS requirements
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a project management role
• Demonstrated knowledge of ship construction and/or major system acquisition processes
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI, Outlook)
• Experience with government contracting, program management, EVMS/IMS, and/or shipbuilding support is highly preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Physical ability to perform moderate walking and movement through an active shipyard and vessels under construction

What We Offer

• Part-time role with competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to support a high-visibility U.S. Coast Guard shipbuilding program
• Direct impact on national maritime security programs

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your project management experience in shipbuilding or major acquisition programs to [insert email]. Reference "OPC Project Manager – Key Personnel" in the subject line.

This is a Key Personnel position. The selected candidate must be approved by the government prior to starting and cannot be replaced without Contracting Officer approval.

We are an equal opportunity employer.