Many service members transition into civilian careers as project managers because the nature and scope of responsibilities are very similar. A project manager is typically responsible for the planning, procurement, and execution of a project and is usually the initial point of contact for the ultimate success of the project as well as any discrepancies or issues. A commissioned or senior non-commissioned officer, like a project manager, will have experience managing a team and will be able to best deploy the expertise of each person on their team as well as direct their essential roles and overall chemistry.
The project manager is the primary point of contact for an entire project/process from start to finish. Candidates will be expected to liaise between their team and assigned clients or internal departments. They ensure the work is done on time, within budget, and in conformance with customer and/or company requirements.
Most project manager roles have a salary in the $80k-$120k range annually. This figure includes company benefits; and may include performance bonuses. Applicant should be open to working outside of office hours, traveling, and potential relocation.
Typically reports to: General; Regional Manager; VP of Operations; Chief Operations Officer
Similar job titles: Project Coordinator; Project Engineer; Project Supervisor
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Recent Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Marine Corps placements for this position have included: