Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Director to lead a high\-profile federal contract in support of the CDC's CORVD Program. The Project Director will oversee all aspects of contract execution, working in close collaboration with the Project Manager, contract staff, CDC Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), and CDC CORVD Program Leadership to ensure the successful delivery of project objectives, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
Provide executive\-level leadership and oversight of contract operations and performance.
Serve as the primary point of contact for high\-level communications with the CDC TPOC and CORVD Program Leadership.
Support and guide the Project Manager and contract staff to ensure adherence to project timelines, deliverables, and quality standards.
Facilitate coordination among internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain alignment with CDC goals.
Ensure timely development and submission of all contract deliverables.
Monitor risks, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain project performance and compliance.
Contract Deliverables Include:
Kick\-Off Meeting Agenda
Monthly Progress Meetings
Monthly Status Reports
Annual Progress Reports
Final Progress Report
Requirements
Minimum of 3\-5\+ years of work experience in a public health sector as a Project Director;
Minimum of 3\-5\+ years of work experience in the public health sector in the scientific field, including laboratory science, operations coordination and management, quality control/assurance, administration, business, finance, evaluation, domestic and international support, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications:
PMP Experience working at a public health agency and successfully interacting at various levels of the organization while effectively managing numerous contractor personnel who are collecting data and sharing metrics with stakeholders;
Work experience in public health sector managing laboratory and scientific personnel with competing priorities among internal/external stakeholders and management;
Experience in a public health sector managing risks and issues, conflict resolution, and managing various levels of organization while effectively meeting timelines;
Experience working in a public health sector providing financial and management oversight for a multiple array of labor categories of laboratory and scientific personnel who provide expertise on a variety of respiratory diseases.
This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact within our organization through effective project leadership.
Job Type: Full\-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person