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Associate Project Manager

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Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will provide direct support to the Navy N9 office in the planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives related to unaccompanied housing and barracks programs. The Associate Project Manager will support policy, program, and project activities that improve the condition, utilization, readiness, and long-term management of Navy barracks and related housing assets. This role requires the ability to work closely with Navy leadership, installation personnel, and other stakeholders to develop analyses, recommendations, and implement strategies that align with mission requirements and housing standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate an understanding of, and practical knowledge in, leveraging applicable Title 10 authorities to support unaccompanied housing and barracks planning, program execution, and implementation strategies in alignment with Navy mission requirements.

Experience shall include a minimum of five (5) years of project management and professional services experience supporting military housing, facilities planning, installation management, infrastructure programs, or related federal programs. Demonstrated expertise in unaccompanied housing, barracks planning, housing assessments, requirements development, facility condition evaluation, program execution, and stakeholder coordination is strongly preferred. Experience supporting Navy, Department of Defense, or other federal clients with policy analysis, program metrics, project oversight, and strategic planning is of particular importance.

The Associate Project Manager will work directly with the client on monthly project reporting, program tracking, stakeholder coordination, and client management to help ensure project timelines, scope, and budget objectives are met across Navy N9 unaccompanied housing and barracks support efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct program and project support to the Navy N9 office for unaccompanied housing and barracks initiatives, including planning, coordination, reporting, and execution support.
• Support assessments of barracks and unaccompanied housing assets, including facility condition, utilization, requirements, and compliance with applicable standards and guidance.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and working groups with Navy leadership, installation personnel, and other stakeholders to advance housing program objectives.
• Conduct research, analysis, and data synthesis to support policy development, planning decisions, program recommendations, and executive-level deliverables.
• Evaluate, analyze, and identify appropriate Title 10 authorities to support unaccompanied housing and barracks initiatives, and develop recommendations for their effective application in support of Navy N9 program objectives.
• Prepare reports, briefings, summaries, and presentation materials that communicate findings, priorities, risks, and recommended actions related to unaccompanied housing and barracks programs.
• Coordinate across client and internal teams to maintain schedules, track actions, monitor deliverables, and support timely completion of task requirements.
• Navy N9 unaccompanied housing and barracks support.
• Support onsite meetings and installation engagement activities as required. Travel is required approximately 20% of the work month.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Must be a US Citizen to be able to obtain clearance
• Demonstrated experience supporting unaccompanied housing, barracks, military facilities, installation planning, or related housing and infrastructure programs.
• Preferred experience supporting Navy or Department of Defense clients.
• Other skills required:
  • Excellent formal writing skills.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional time management skills.
  • Execute assignments with attention to detail.
  • Experience facilitating meetings, workgroups, and workshops.
  • Ability to analyze housing and facility data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Skills/Abilities:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Business Acumen - Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; uses feedback to modify designs; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with challenging topics.
• Project Management - Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

You will love it here if you:

• Enjoy traveling and networking.
• Enjoy working with community and military leadership.
• Desire a performance-based culture and semi-annual bonus structure.
• Desire to work closely with Salas O’Brien Senior Leader Team.
• Desire a high growth potential.

Location: Jacksonville, FL; San Diego, CA

Travel: Roughly 20% travel is required. Regular on-site engagement in support of the Navy N9 office and associated installation or stakeholder meetings may be required.

Compensation:

The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000-$85,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

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