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Catapult Consultants is a global, professional services and management consulting company specializing in business, analytical and information systems solutions with top talent who create exceptional results for our clients.  We support mission-critical programs in the Intelligence Community and Defense and Civilian sectors with our team of smart, energetic people who like taking on big challenges and are committed to not just checking the box but exceeding client expectations.  The Catapult culture is defined by mutual respect, hard work, and teamwork.  We recognize that a great idea can come from anyone at any time, so we encourage innovative thinking and the sharing of ideas.

Catapult was built on the vision of a company that is not a "business as usual" firm.  As Catapult experiences remarkable growth in a tough market place, we are committed to maintaining our core values of collaboration, dedication, and to be a great place to work.  We offer competitive salaries, annual performance and salary evaluations and a strong benefits package.  For more information about us go to www.catapultconsultants.com.

Catapult Consultants is looking for an experienced Project or Program Manager to join our Civilian Healthcare team.  The ideal candidate will have experience with managing and delivering a range of projects (technical and/or programmatic) for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), specifically within the Operating Divisions that closely align with Catapult's current and future business.  Among others, these include the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), to include the Office of Head Start (OHS), the Office of Regional Operations and the specific Regions.

This person will report to the Vice President of Civilian Programs and will be instrumental in leading day-to-day operations of a client project, or projects, and will contribute to strategic development for our Healthcare client group.  Depending on the scope, size and nature of these projects, this individual would have responsibility for one or several projects for our Federal Government customers.  PMs managing a single project should be capable of managing a team of up to 30 individuals that might include subcontractors.  Day-to-day client relationship management is a key component of the role.

We are looking to fill this position immediately.  The work location will be in the metro-Washington D.C. area, ranging from Catapult's Arlington, Virginia location to a local client site location.  We anticipate normal work week and work day hours that generally align with the clients.

• Provide executive direction for all project tasks and deliverables
• Ensure performance of all technical tasks are in accordance with contract requirements
• Manage team members, potentially composed of both part-time and full-time personnel, and ensure personnel performance is in accordance with both contract requirements and company policies and      procedures
• Manage subcontractors and/or vendors participating on the project
• Develop the project management plan, assign resources to tasks as needed and maintain or supervise maintenance of project plan in Microsoft Project or other project planning tool
• Lead weekly project meetings and receive team members' statuses on assigned tasks
• Develop and/or supervise development of any of the following as needed:  Kick-off Meeting Materials, Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, Task Plan, Monthly Status Reports, Weekly Status Meeting Materials and other deliverables in accordance with the contract Statement of Work
• Interact with client point-of-contact on a frequent basis; manage client relationship
• Provide summary status reports to Program Manager, Director and/or Vice President of Catapult's Healthcare Service Line

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university
• 8+ years of experience that includes client interaction, supervision of personnel, project planning and implementation and business development activities
• 3+ years of experience managing projects for a civilian federal government contractor
• Excellent organizational, communications and leadership skills
• Highly-motivated, detail-oriented, quick learner with a professional demeanor
• Ability to work effectively independently but also to know when to escalate
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and PowerPoint
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable
• Experience in web-based content management solutions is a plus
• Spanish language skills are a plus

EEO StatementCatapult Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

We believe that every employee has the right to work in a dignified work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.  It's our policy to recruit, employ, retain, compensate, train, promote, discipline, terminate and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants based solely on qualifications, performance, and competence. This policy reflects our belief that providing equal opportunities for all employees is a both our legal and moral responsibility, and good management practice.
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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.