Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Project Manager support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Initial Outfitting, Transition, and Activation (IOTA) services for the new Martinsburg, WV Warehouse. This project will help the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Emergency Management plan, outfit, activate, and move into a new 187,000 square foot warehouse and office facility that will house more than $51 million in emergency management equipment and supplies. The Senior Transition Planner leads the planning and execution of staff and department moves so the facility is fully operational on Day One. This is a full-time position located in Martinsburg, WV, working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time, with some approved weekend work for inventory and activation activities.
I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?
At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.
So, what will the Project Manager at Terrestris do?
The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact between the contractor and the VA, overseeing the team and coordinating all activities needed to get the new Martinsburg warehouse ready for operation. They manage the master schedule, ensuring construction, IT, equipment purchasing, installation, and relocation activities stay on track. They lead meetings with VA stakeholders, track project progress and risks, maintain documentation, and provide regular status reports. They also oversee quality control, resolve outstanding issues, and ensure the warehouse is fully equipped and ready for final turnover to the VA.
What does a typical day look like for a Project Manager?
You will:
- Serve as the primary contractor point of contact for VA and direct project staff and subcontractors.
- Develop and maintain the activation master schedule, coordinating construction, IT, procurement, installation, occupancy and closeout milestones.
- Lead stakeholder and user-group meetings; document decisions and track actions, risks and changes.
- Coordinate design, equipment planning, acquisition and relocation activities to meet project requirements.
- Maintain project records in VA SharePoint and OCAMS tools and deliver monthly status reports and required updates.
- Oversee quality control, activation readiness, punch-list resolution and final turnover.
What qualifications do you look for?
You might be the professional we’re looking for if you have:
- Ability to complete a required background investigation.
- Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
- A minimum of (5) years of experience as a Project Manager in a lead role over space-related projects.
- A minimum of (5) years of experience in initial outfitting, transitioning and activating Federal facilities.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative infrastructure and operations.
- Ability to satisfy VA Low Risk/Tier 1 background investigation, credentialing, required training and access requirements. Employment is contingent on contract award and Government acceptance of the proposed key personnel.
What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?
We offer outstanding benefits including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.
Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
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