Deputy Program Director (Risk MAP)

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Manager (PM III) to join our team. The successful candidate will be the Deputy Program Director for a multi-million-dollar Risk MAP Production and Technical Services (PTS) contract.  This position has high potential for quick advancement opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity that requires a manager with exceptional leadership, management and communication skills who can oversee the execution of a portfolio of technical projects performed by multi-disciplinary teams across various geographic locations.  The successful candidate will be an integral member of the Emergency Management and Response group of the Alexandria, Virginia office. As part of this group, the project manager will support contracts with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and may be asked to support other contracts as needs arise. 

For the right candidate, this position can be fully-remote.

 

Responsibilities include: 

• Coordinates closely with the Program Director to oversee and direct a large complex federal project. 
• Develops and maintains client engagement to ensure satisfaction, acts as a strategic partner to clients.
• Confers with contract leadership team to establish the strategic direction for the contract.
• Provides technical advice to resolve problems; manages and coaches the team at an advanced level.
• Direct and coordinate activities of multi-disciplinary staff to ensure project delivery per schedule, on budget, and within scope parameters.
• Work with team members and clients to assemble and oversee teams that prepare scopes, schedules, budgets, assumptions, and constraints for projects.
• Oversee adherence to project plans and established business processes, and project management and standards.
• Proactively strategize and anticipate project risks and issues.
• Maintain accountability for completeness and accuracy of project status reports and invoices.
• Facilitate team building and professional develop and provide staff mentorship 
• Cultivate and manage client relationships and guide application of services to best serve the interests of the client and Michael Baker International.
• Support business development and proposal efforts. 
• Maintain accountability for compliance with contract requirements, including quality and security requirements.

 

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (engineering preferred).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience working with FEMA’s Risk MAP Program (required). Including, demonstrated knowledge of FEMA’s Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) program, FEMA’s Guidelines and Standards for Flood Risk Analysis and Mapping Activities Under the Risk MAP Program, and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Excellent communication skills, proactive communicator and problem-solver.
• Capability to work in a dynamic environment, including a demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of individuals from various backgrounds.
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Strong track record of overseeing successful project delivery with a drive for quality product and financial excellence.
• Leadership experience related to proposals for an IDIQ contract.
• Demonstrated team building and mentoring skills.
• Ability and willingness to lead a matrixed team to meet program priorities.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office products.
• Solid work ethic and have the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional community.

PREFERRED

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• Ability to travel periodically, as needed (less than 20%) 
• Traditional and agile project management proficiency
• Industry involvement (e.g. Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM), Project Management Institute (PMI), etc.)

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treat