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Project Manager (FTRLY-2026-24633):

Bowhead seeks to network with a Project Manager to support our proposal effort to support the Fort Riley, Kansas, logistics operations - Maintenance, Supply, and Transportation to the installation logistics support contract activity. Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) consists of four primary divisions: Plans and Operations (P&O); Materiel Maintenance Division (MMD); Installation Supply & Services Division (ISSD); and the Installation Transportation Division (ITD).

Responsible for the administrative/operational leadership of the FRKS contract within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and contract Performance Work Statement.

Job duties to include but not limited to:

• Provide logistical support in the areas of supply, maintenance, and transportation at FRKS and surrounding locations identified as off-post support locations.
• Responsible for financial management, general accounting requirements and quality control plan/processes as they relate to the total logistical responsibility of the task order.
• Responsible for continuous process improvement (CPI) and quality assurance (including, but not limited to, tracking performance, cost outcomes, CPI awareness training).
• Ability to establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress.
• Ability to gain cooperation in order to coordinate the work of others and build a cohesive team.
• Flexibility and capability to adjust work to operational needs and to meet emergency or changing program and/or production requirements.
• Ability to work with subordinate managers, delegate tasks and authority to those mangers and ensure those tasks completed satisfactorily.
• Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop timely and economical solutions.
• Monitors project to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
• Provides the coordination between department managers/supervisors and ensures all necessary reviews and approvals are received.
• Provide the resources to plan, organize, and manage transportation, logistics, maintenance, supply and personnel in support of the FRKS LRC.
• Responsible for all services performed and the central point of contract (POC) for the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative.
• Maintaining control and accountability for all Government furnished property, Government furnished material, Government Furnished Equipment and Government furnished facilities.
• Able to communicate clearly and directly with internal and external stakeholders, present briefs, prepare detailed operational reports including manpower, schedules, and financial.
• Implement a continuous Risk Management process throughout the life cycle of the Contract.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction to the FRKS management and technical team.
• Monitor/provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, coaching, and disciplinary action.
• Ensures flow of communication from upper management to employees and vice versa.

Experience

• Minimum fifteen (15) years of management experience in Army logistics operations.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with financial management and knowledge of Army Logistics Information Systems (LIS).
• Minimum of five (5) years' documented management experience managing 50+ personnel both directly and indirectly with or in support of the US military

Qualifications'

• Bachelor's Degree, required or 10 years' experience in Army logistics operations
• Master's Degree, preferred.
• Individual shall have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government Representative, and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• US Citizenship is required.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.
• High noise levels are common as is the potential exposure to heat/cold, noise, dusts, mist, and/or fumes.

Environment  

• Project Manager is required to be on-site.
• Work areas consist of office and non-office settings such maintenance, supply, and transportation facilities.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, protective-toe footwear, gloves, and hearing protection as required.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently have a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.