Project Manager

At Saltwater Inc. we believe that high-quality data is vital to the health of our fisheries and oceans: our mission is to provide that data. We are a Women-Owned Small Business and are constantly seeking new team members who share our passion for innovation and environmental wellness. We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to be the focal point for communications between the government and Saltwater Inc. for the Southeast Fisheries Observer Program. The Project Manager shall be responsible for managing personnel resources such that emergencies and other short term ad hoc requirements are responded to without disruption and/or degradation of other services. The Project Manager shall collaborate with all parties (Government and vessel owners and operators) as necessary to resolve issues at the lowest possible level.

This will be a full-time position. Work will be performed remotely or on site at ports in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Coast, as required. The contract has a one-year base period and will have up to four (4) 12-month option periods. 

Duties:

The Project Manager shall perform all Project Management functions including contract, technical, personnel, administrative, logistic, quality, business, and other management functions that are necessary to execute the total effort required by this PWS. They will also finalize / update the Project Management Plan to be submitted to the government.

• Liaising with NMFS as Saltwater’s designated key contact point for communication and
• coordination
• Managing all personnel resources such that there are no disruptions or interruptions to Observer services
• Collaborating with Government staff and vessel owners to resolve issues at the lowest possible level
• Working with NMFS Management Division and the Office for Law Enforcement on enforcement
• issues
• Assuring Observer compliance with NMFS’ and Saltwater’s standards of conduct and protocols
• Monitoring project activities
• Reporting project status
• Representing Saltwater on all issues related to the contract

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience as a Project Manager for an observer program preferred.
• Demonstrated project planning and management experience, including the ability to organize, lead, and monitor projects: ensuring they stay within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Knowledge of project management principles, methods, and techniques: Such as setting goals, budgeting, managing resources, procurement, and contract administration.
• Strong organizational skills: Including multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and documenting for future reference.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software for budget tracking and reporting, shared spreadsheets for financial actions, and milestone accomplishments and information distribution.

Salary range is TBD dependent upon experience. 

Saltwater Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace culture to attract the best talent and allow each member of our team to achieve their full potential and maximum productivity. Furthermore, Saltwater Inc. highly encourages qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply for positions for which they are qualified and to notify us if there are any needs for accommodation throughout the application process and/or upon hire.

Only qualified applicants with the requisite experience need to apply. 

We will honor all requests for application confidentiality.

Apply Here

PI280533029