Project Manager

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contractor deployment process—from candidate identification through onboarding and overseas mobilization.
• Monitor staffing needs and project timelines across multiple concurrent assignments.
• Align efforts across recruiting, operations, and BD teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Work closely with recruiters to prioritize open roles aligned with contract awards and deployment deadlines.
• Track candidate progress in the ATS/HRIS system to maintain deployment readiness.
• Evaluate military credentials and security qualifications to match candidates with appropriate project requirements.
• Oversee all onboarding elements: contracts, NDAs, background checks, and medical clearances.
• Coordinate logistics for international travel, visas, and accommodations in partnership with operations.
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, client expectations, and international labor regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal departments and external partners regarding deployment progress.
• Create and maintain dashboards and reports for internal visibility and client reporting.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management or operations, ideally in a defense contracting or staffing environment.
• Background in government service, military, or federal protective roles is required.
• Deep understanding of military career structures, terminology (e.g., MOS, deployments), and vetting standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in high-volume, time-sensitive environments.
• Proficient with ATS/HRIS systems, such as Rippling.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required; active security clearance is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior service or support experience with Special Forces or elite military units.
• Experience managing deployments for security, defense, or humanitarian projects.
• Knowledge of international mobilization processes, including visa procurement, travel logistics, and compliance in host countries.