Project Manger

Company: Ameri-Force
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Project Manager I SUMMARY: Will possess a basic level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to coordinate, manage, track and report, ongoing projects ensuring jobs remain on time, on budget and are properly communicated with our customers, for work on board Navy vessels, on job sites, and in the workshop. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate with cross-discipline team members to ensure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules. Communicate with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives. Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems. Create project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel. Develop or update project plans including information such as objectives, technologies, schedules, funding, and staffing. Identify and estimate project needs such as resources, staff, or finances by reviewing project objectives and schedules. Identify, review, or select vendors or consultants to meet project needs. Monitor costs incurred by project staff to identify budget issues. Monitor project milestones and deliverables. Monitor the performance of project team members to provide performance feedback. Negotiate with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials. Plan, schedule, or coordinate project activities to meet deadlines. Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports. Produce and distribute project documents. Facilitating change requests to ensure that all parties are informed on the impacts of schedule and budget. Provide input to recruit or hire additional project personnel, if required. Report project status, such as budget, resources, technical issues, or customer satisfaction, to managers. Request and review project updates to ensure deadlines are met. Schedule or facilitate project meetings. Submit project deliverables to clients, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Provide performance evaluations for employees under your charge. Procure required materials and equipment for ongoing projects, as needed. Update Smartsheets with job progress and notes. Perform other essential tasks that may be directed by ownership SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises employees on projects. QUALIFICATIONS: College degree (4 Years) in related field preferred. High school diploma or GED required, and 5 or more years Project Management experience, or equivalent combination of training, experience in field, and military experience. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus. REQUIREMENTS: Proven experience in Project Management. Ability to lead project teams of various sizes and see them through to completion. Ability to handle multiple projects at any given time. Must pass drug test and background check, and any job specific medical screening, as required. Ability to gain access to military/government installations. Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as required to meet job demands. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35-$38 Per hour Ameri-Force Benefits As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes: Industry Leading Pay Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Short Term Disability Benefits Term Life Benefits Referral Bonuses *Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only About Ameri-Force Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and workers compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success. Learn more at ameriforce.com * Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the companys requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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