DoW SkillBridge Fellowship – Project Manager (Security & Fraud)

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute cross-functional projects that align with business goals and operational priorities
• Create project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to support successful delivery
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives
• Apply project management tools and templates to support consistent execution and reporting
• Identify and escalate project risks, issues, and dependencies to senior project leaders
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to support timely and integrated project delivery
• Prepare project documentation, dashboards, and updates for stakeholder communication
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, compliance requirements, and governance standards
• Support the adoption of project management methodologies and continuous improvement practices
• Collaborate with enabling functions to support business readiness and operational alignment
• Participate in initiative planning and contribute to project coordination efforts
• Represent the project management function in team-level planning and delivery discussions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Project management experience
• Proficient in managing project schedules, deliverables, and stakeholder communications with increasing autonomy
• Knowledge of project planning, budgeting, and risk management practices across business functions
• Experience with coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking progress, and resolving day-to-day project issues
• Advanced knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and change management processes
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent) to support project execution and visibility
• Working knowledge of stakeholder engagement, issue escalation, and project governance practices
• Basic skill in identifying project risks and contributing to mitigation planning and continuous improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Organizational Development, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Desired - Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Desired - Professional Certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, or Lean/Agile certification)
• Experience managing vendors or third-party contributors a plus
• Desired - Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira) preferred

Qualifications

• Project management experience
• Proficient in managing project schedules, deliverables, and stakeholder communications with increasing autonomy
• Knowledge of project planning, budgeting, and risk management practices across business functions
• Experience with coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking progress, and resolving day-to-day project issues
• Advanced knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and change management processes
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent) to support project execution and visibility
• Working knowledge of stakeholder engagement, issue escalation, and project governance practices
• Basic skill in identifying project risks and contributing to mitigation planning and continuous improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Organizational Development, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Desired - Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Desired - Professional Certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, or Lean/Agile certification)
• Experience managing vendors or third-party contributors a plus
• Desired - Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira) preferred