Total 47 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Richmond, Virginia

• Serves as a Senior IT Project Manager and Senior Action Officer for the Customer Experience Directorate (J6X), DLA Information Operations (J6), in support of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
• Serves as the primary J6 IT Project Manager in the cross-agency facilitation and execution of secure communications and JWICS projects.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing enterprise-wide, large-scale, high visibility, multi-disciplined IT projects, initiatives and operations throughout the Agency.
• Exercises broad program, policy and project management responsibilities with respect to the accomplishment of assigned IT projects or tasks.
• Maintains communications and situational awareness of project scope, schedule, resource requirements, and status with all stakeholders.
• Manages and leads IT project teams in support of high-level, high-visibility DLA customer projects.

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following:

The employee is responsible for the assessment, evaluation, and reporting on PFPA programs.
The employee also coordinates workshops, working-groups, off-site planning conferences, and facilitates PFPA directorates on a routine basis to continuously improve and update reporting processes.
The employee is the lead facilitator in the reporting effort, management of agency priorities, programs, and key projects for mission essential and critical areas as directed by the Director, PAD and PFPA senior leadership.
Advises and assists Director, PAD and PFPA leadership in formulating, directing, implementing, and evaluating the development of the strategic direction for resources supporting security, law enforcement, and force protection functions under the purview of the Director, PFPA.

Joining Customs & Border Protection will allow you to use your expertise in Information Technology (IT) principles, concepts and methods to support Information Technology systems and services. This position starts at a salary of $99,200.00 (GS-12, Step 1) to $128,956.00 (GS-12, Step 10).

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In this Information Technology Specialist position, you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals through a wide range of IT management activities that typically extend and apply to an entire organization or major components, which may include strategic planning, capital planning and investment control, workforce planning, policy and standards development, resource management, knowledge management, architecture and infrastructure planning and management. Typical work assignments include:

• Planning, preparing, and conducting for the outreach communication between the division and the fields, offices, and field leadership for the desktop updates, issues, and remediation
• Serving as the division's point of contact for general outreach/ communications related to the division's inquiries
• Collecting responses, issues, and input from the field related to the desktops
• Coordinating for change requests related to the updates and patches for desktops/workstations

• Serves as the Chief, Business Management Office with responsibility for the execution of business programs to include: financial; resource management; training; travel; manpower requirements; personnel; -
• -systems; inter-service support; and internal controls programs.
• Exercises leadership and overall responsibility for managing, coordinating and directing the Division.
• Identifies and integrates internal program issues which affect the immediate organization financial and resource management abilities to perform the work.
• Designs, develops and adapts statistical methods and techniques to analyze management and program problems.

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates missions and activities relating to a variety of management, technical, and staff functions including the development of directives, policies, and procedures; management and support of projects, programs, and accounts; short and long term planning; program review/evaluation; qualitative and quantitative analysis such as regression analysis and configuration management; and special studies and projects relating to the health and welfare of component IT systems, architecture, equipment, networks, and websites.
• Serves as an analyst and advisor to senior component leaders on the productivity and efficiency of the management of agency information technology (IT) programs and operations.
• Serves as Webmaster developing, coordinating, and administering web services for P&R with the Defense Media Agency.
• Serves as component IT lead representing the USD(P&R) at high-level meetings, conferences, and planning sessions with senior officials to advocate for best interests of the component and Department.
• Manages IT aspects of on-and off-boarding for approximately 800 P&R employees, including civilians, military, and contractors.
• Leads initiatives on the deployment, evaluation, and accountability for over $3million of IT equipment for the component.

• You will perform a variety of duties in the development of on-site planning documentation for projects involving construction, sustainment, restoration, modernization or emergency repair.
• You will perform space management studies that entail the review of space utilization by a given function (Department, N-code, command, etc.) and compare specifications to the approved Basic Facility Requirements (BFR) for that entity.
• You will coordinate various features of engineering projects with engineers, customers, environmental staff, financial personnel, etc. Functions as a Planning Project Manager, with oversight from concept to execution.
• You will update the Naval Facilities Assets Data Store (iNFADS property database) to maintain current records.
• You will provide Management with appropriate facilities planning information necessary to make the best decisions for the station and Region.

• You will function as advisor to the Mission Support Director as subject matter expert (SME) for Portfolio Management and IT Governance.
• You will work manage programming process to optimize oversight and analyses in support of MSC N6 Support Plan working with Program and Project managers to prioritize requirements, align initiatives and activities and confirm fiscal planning.
• You will assist Mission Support Director with IT Portfolio Management by collaborating with internal and external higher-level authorities such as other MSC directorates and N-Codes, NAVYCYBERFOR, Fleet Forces Command and USTRANSCOM.
• You will lead LOGWIP, POM and N6 Support Plan initiatives for N6: coordinate, analyze and prepare briefings, issue papers, and fielding plans for final submission to N6 Command IO and higher-level review.
• You will engage and collaborate with MSC’s USTRANSCOM liaison to identify and align project/program resources needs and plans to execute allocated resources in support of BES/MAM initiatives.
• You will perform in the capacity as IT Governance Lead to ensure all requirements within each portfolio have been validated and approved through the governance process.

As the senior advisor for business transformation, the incumbent advises the Director, DCSA, on potential areas for improvement, identifies patterns, and documents interrelationships. Incumbent applies process improvement methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall agency performance.

The incumbent performs a variety of duties including the following:

Business process redesign and transformation
Analyze complex business systems to identify patterns, interrelationships, and potential areas for improvement. Analyze current business processes and systems to identify inefficiencies.

Oversee the agency change management capability. Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote adoption of change and instill a culture of continuous improvement.

Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute transformation strategies that align with agency goals and enhance operational effectiveness.

Lead and manage BTO workforce and operations to facilitate the Agency's mission.

Collaboration and Communication
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define operational challenges, propose data-driven solutions, implement change initiatives, and ensure stakeholder engagement and buy-in.

Technical Guidance and Mentorship
Prepare and present reports to senior management on transformation progress and outcomes. Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders, translating technical concepts into actionable insights.

Quality and Performance
Monitor progress and performance metrics to assess the impact of transformation efforts.

Oversees the agency's High Impact Service Provider (HISP) program. Conducts comprehensive assessments of agency high-impact services, measures their customer experience maturity, and identifies actions to improve service delivery.

Documentation and compliance
Comply with Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) and internal controls requirements to maximize the potential for successful financial statement audits and improve the agency's financial management operations.

Innovation and Improvement
Apply process improvement methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall agency performance.

Monitor progress and performance metrics to assess the impact of transformation efforts.

Serves  as Program Analyst and Project Manager within the Support Directorate, Construction Branch (MRD), on the evaluation of the overall effectiveness of the capital construction program in accordance with Business & Support Services strategic goals, business plans and resources. Under the general supervision of the Head of the Construction Branch, serves as intermediary for multi-dimensional analysis within the Construction Branch (MRD) and as the contract liaison/coordinator between MRD and the Procurement Branch (MRB). Primary duties include development of Scope of Work and Independent Government Estimates, (IGE) and Acquisition Plans of proposed projects. Duties also include coordination, planning, scoping, design, acquisition, construction, direction and execution of assigned projects. 

Serves as a technical advisor for project planning and cost estimating. In coordination with other branches, conducts a wide range of complex evaluations. Plays an integral role in establishing floor plans, electrical/mechanical requirements and designs that align with the customer¿s vision. Identifying and establishing specifications on labor, contractual scope of work assisting in the development of the Request for Proposal, and material in accordance with recognized building codes, BEAP and local Base Requirements. Working with MRD Project Managers to coordinate all planning tasks with MR Representatives and specified stakeholders to obtain desired results.

Supports the implementation of the capital construction program for Business Operations and Hospitality Services to include all project validation assessments (PVAs), master planning, new stores, renovation, and expansion projects. Interacts with Business Operations, Hospitality Services, local commands, and construction contractors to ensure compliance with Business Operations branding, Lodging and Hospitality branding, best practice standards, scope of work and approved budget. Identifies efficiencies and cost-effective measures relate to capitalization efforts with focus on the design/build process. 

In coordination with other branches, may conduct complex evaluations of Construction programs and projects, including independent analytical and quantitative/qualitative assessments of their effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability.

Develops acquisition plans for projects, organizing responsibilities and support. Manages project schedules, budgets, and prepares purchase requests and government estimates for construction and related services. Collaborates with contracting officers to ensure procurement integrity and separation of functions between Project Management and Contracting.

Prepares statements of work (SOW) for all solicitation and contract types, including modifications for change orders. Coordinates required documents from local Base (Non-appropriated Fund Instrumentality, Public Works (PW), Facilities Engineering and Acquisition Division, or Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). Prepares evaluation plans for complex procurements or those that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. Supports the development and implementation of new Project Planning through the Project Management Information System (PMIS).

Conducts and participates in site visits for compliance inspections and project scope reviews, including annual Interior Condition Index (ICI) assessments. Organizes analytical studies to ensure program and service needs are met, recommends corrective actions, and conducts follow-up inspections. Analyzes current and projected programs, collects and verifies data, and performs quantitative and qualitative analysis manually and using automated systems.

Actively participates in conferences, briefings and meetings. Researches, analyzes and prepares supporting documentation for presentations and proposals. May prepare correspondence, briefs, action documents, routing sheets, point papers and slide presentations for use by management officials. Reviews, research, and benchmarks emerging trends and analyzes the functional impacts on the Business Operations. Reports on performance of programs to higher authority. 

Acts as a liaison between the contractor and Contracting Officer, overseeing contractor performance and contract compliance. Notifies the Contracting Officer of potential issues, handles correspondence, maintains contract files, inspects and accepts deliverables, and approves invoices. Performs other tasks as assigned by the Contracting Officer. Completion of Ethics and Standards of Conduct training is required.

May travel to conduct work assignments. May work a fluctuating work schedule to conduct work assignments outside of the typical workweek and work hours.

Delivers excellent customer service with a focus on courtesy, assisting and communicating positively with customers. Resolves issues promptly and escalates when needed. Follows safety regulations, reports hazards or incidents, and supports EEO and anti-harassment principles.

• Senior Information Technology (IT) Advisor and recognized expert for various IT disciplines, including enterprise architecture, systems engineering, software development, and virtualized and cloud computing environments.
• Analyzes, plans, designs, documents, assesses, and manages the IT enterprise structural framework to align IT systems with the mission, goals, and business processes of the organization.
• Guides the development, implementation, and ensures compliance with plans, policies, standards, infrastructures, and architectures that establish the framework for the management of all IT programs.
• Provides guidance, support, and coordination to customers, IT project teams, and the IT Director to prioritize research and implementation activities, presenting reasoned and compelling counsel.

• Serve as primary project site employee responsible for the review and application of administrative guidelines necessary for project operations.
• Interpret and apply established regulations, procedures, and policies relative to administrative actions in the functions of budget, property management, personnel reports, records management, and clerical support.
• Serve as the focal point and liaison between the project office and/or District staff offices regarding financial, personnel, supply, and other administrative transactions.
• Provide advice and assistance to project staff in the resolution of a variety of administrative problems requiring the application of various guidelines.
• Operate a computer, peripheral equipment, and appropriate software to perform various computer operations in support of office operations such as producing reports, maintaining databases.
• Assists the Facility Manager with the annual training needs survey.
• Maintains office calendar of supervisor, visitors, meetings, vacations, inspections, and events.
• Assists the Facility Manager and Operations Branch Budget Analyst in preparing, reviewing, and compiling data to formulate the individual project annual budget.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Serves as a senior expert Acquisition Project Manager and concurrently independently leads and manages multiple highly complex and high-dollar value ($500M+) acquisitions from acquisition initiation through contract or Task Order award providing technical advice to the client, contractors, and Acquisition Procurement Center of Excellence (APEX) regarding pre-award strategies and activities. Identifies, analyzes, strategizes, optimally schedules, and tracks acquisition milestones to ensure that the acquisition satisfies client’s mission needs.
• Assesses and documents the appropriate acquisition strategy to accomplish the client’s requirement. Problem solves and incorporates expert and innovative solution(s) into acquisition activities and milestones as needed to resolve impediments to progress. Conducts market research and identifies the optimal acquisition strategy to accomplish the client requirement.  Serves as a senior expert GSA liaison in the pre-award phase to the client managing cost and schedule expectations.
• Translates client requirements and acquisition strategy into written documentation. Leads technical evaluation of the most complex needs and proposals. Uses senior expert acquisition and analytical knowledge, writes technical evaluation reports summarizing the Technical Evaluation Board findings.
• Develops, maintains, nurtures, and champions partnerships with clients, contractor support staff, and other GSA employees.

Joining Customs and Border Protection, Office of Information and Technology (OIT) will allow you to use your expertise in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools. This position starts at a salary of $163,964.00 (GS-15, Step 1) to $191,900.00 (GS-15, Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to provide Information Technology (IT) support that strengthens the Department's ability to perform homeland security functions.

In this Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Policy and Planning) position, you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals managing a wide range of information technology (IT) management activities. Typical work assignments include:

• Leading development of an enterprise IT modernization plan by working with other departments to establish priorities for IT investments, build business cases, and demonstrate total cost of investment.
• Directing a program or major program segment with significant resources, finding an implementing ways to eliminate or reduce significant bottlenecks and barriers to productions, promote team building, an improve business practices.
• Coordinating, directing, and overseeing work, through subordinate supervisors and/or team leaders. Make decisions on work problems presented and assure reasonable equity of performance standards and rating techniques.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead a professional staff in successfully defining, managing, and executing solutions for complex policy challenges, programs, and projects that may include ill-defined requirements, ambiguity, multiple dependencies, and require interagency agreement. Ensure timelines deliverables, and outcomes are achieved according to approved plans and with prescribed resources.

Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight of DSOP staff in order to elicit, analyze, and define customer/stakeholder requirements, support development of investment plans, and ensure development of business cases spanning multiple Intelligence Community organizations in order to meet stakeholder requirements.

Manage, direct, and set strategies to facilitate NCTC support to U.S. Government departments and agencies to ensure operational alignment with national counterterrorism (CT) strategy, goals, and objectives.

Develop and maintain a network of senior-level contacts within the ODNI, NCTC, interagency partners, and the National Security Council to promote regular communication and collaboration for CT strategy development, planning, and implementation.

Oversee the development and implementation of initiatives to monitor and assess the progress of CT activities to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Represent the DNI, D/NCTC, and AD/Strategic Operational Planning and National Intelligence Manager for Counterterrorism in senior-level forums and conduct continuous collaboration and outreach with stakeholders and partners across the ODNI, United States Government, the National Security Council staff and oversight organizations (e.g., the Congress and OMB), as needed, to meet mission objectives.

Perform personnel management responsibilities with a focus on building a high-performance workforce; promote team building and a collaborative work environment; ensure goals and performance objectives are understood; assess performance and provide timely feedback, recognition, and remediation.

Manage, lead, and develop dynamic and long-term planning efforts in the current and anticipated planning structure.

Zest Optical are supporting an exclusive optical practice to recruit an Optometrist into their practice based in Richmond, London.

The team hold a fantastic reputation for offering the highest standard of optical care alongside a wide range of luxurious products.

Within the role your focus will be to offer each patient who enters a unique experience different to that in the usual high street practice.

Optometrist - Role

• Relaxed clinics allowing plenty of time with patients
• Access to high-grade testing equipment inc. OCT and digital systems
• Support of a highly-skilled support team
• Opportunities to assist outside of testing room with the likes of dispensing and training
• Flexible working arrangements available

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Hold the drive to develop yourself, the team around you and overall business
• Excellent communication skills

Optometrist - Package

• Base salary up to £60,000
• Excellent bonus potential
• Range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.