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Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Program and Project Manager with over 7 years of experience in program and project management, specifically within government contracts. The ideal candidate will possess a PMP certification and hold a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph (FSP). The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing a portfolio of 10 or more customers at any given time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple projects and programs within the government contracting space, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with federal regulations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and deliverables.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers to define project scope, objectives, and requirements.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Facilitate regular project status meetings, providing updates to senior management and stakeholders on project progress, challenges, solutions.
- Ensure adherence to project management best practices and methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall approaches as applicable.
- Manage customer relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and present project documentation, including reports, proposals, and presentations, to stakeholders and senior management.
- Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting government contracts and project management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in program and project management, with at least 5 years of experience working on government contracts.
- PMP certification is required.
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is mandatory.
- Proven experience managing a portfolio of 10 or more customers simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results. Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Data Center Industry.
- Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes.
- Advanced certifications in project management or related fields (e.g., Agile, Six Sigma).
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.