Deputy Project Manager

In support of the U.S. Navy’s PEO IWS-X initiative, the Deputy Project Manager supports the Senior Project Manager in the coordination, delivery, and oversight of project activities. This role assists with contract deliverables, CDRL development and submission, staff onboarding/offboarding, project scheduling, and general account management. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in supporting complex projects in a fast‑paced environment. 

Responsibilities 

• Support the Senior Project Manager with development, tracking, and submission of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs). 

• Assist with the preparation, review, and delivery of contract deliverables to ensure compliance and on‑time submission. 

• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding tasks, including access requests, equipment coordination, and documentation. 

• Maintain project documentation, reports, schedules, and status trackers. 

• Assist with project scheduling, milestone tracking, and meeting coordination. 

• Support account and program management tasks, including resource planning and tracking project activities. 

• Monitor project progress, identify risks or issues, and communicate updates to the Senior Project Manager. 

• Facilitate communication between internal teams, leadership, and customer stakeholders. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement of project processes and workflow efficiency. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field; or equivalent experience. 

• 2–5 years of experience in project coordination or project management. 

• Active Secret Clearance required. 

• Experience supporting government or DoD projects preferred. 

• Working knowledge of CDRLs, contract deliverables, and compliance processes. 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, Teams, and project management tools. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM, or similar certification. 

• Experience supporting IT, engineering, or technical programs. 

• Familiarity with government contracting environments. 

Key Competencies 

• Detail‑oriented 

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills 

• Ability to work collaboratively 

• Customer‑focused mindset 

• Proactive and adaptable 

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required

Red River offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an exceptional work environment. You can review our benefit offerings here. If you are ready to join a growing company, please submit your resume and cover letter (optional).

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