Project Manager

Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and execution of contract operations in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This role oversees program performance, ensuring all technical, operational, and administrative requirements are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with federal regulations and contract terms.

Key responsibilities include managing day-to-day program activities, serving as the primary point of contact with government stakeholders, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives. The Project Manager monitors performance metrics, mitigates risks, manages resources, and ensures adherence to security, quality, and compliance standards (including DHS and CBP guidelines).

The ideal candidate has strong leadership and communication skills, experience managing federal contracts, and a proven ability to deliver complex programs in a high-security, mission-critical environment. PMP certification and familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) are typically preferred.

The Project Manager shall perform the following day-to-day office operations, including but not limited to:

• Act as point of contact for collecting and disseminating information and assigning work to the Contractor employees assigned to a Task Order
• Process, track, and monitor timekeeping actions for contractor employees
• Liaison between Contractor team and government Contracting Officer Representative (COR)
• Schedule contractor employee team meetings
• Ensure CBP mandatory training requirements are met by Contractor employees
• Review Contractor employee work products and enforce established work standards

The salary range for this position is $105,000-$135,000 per year.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Four (4) years of experience in management with demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to successfully complete corporate background investigation to include credit and criminal check
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Government suitability determination/clearance

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to learn and effectively use government systems, databases, and digital record platforms
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to read, write, understand, in English
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and collaborate wellwith others.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a deadline-driven environment.
• Skilled in organizing work, establishing priorities, and maintaining accuracy under strict timelines.

Work Location: Hybrid (onsite with opportunity for telework)

DTSV is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, national orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.