Deputy Project Manager in Atlanta, Georgia at FM Talent Source

FM Talent Source is an enterprise that provides business and workforce solutions to help organizations nationwide overcome business challenges. Our clients include federal, state and local government agencies, Fortune 500 Companies, and non-profit organizations. Founded in 2004, we have a strong history of providing recruitment strategies and utilizing effective project and quality management methodologies to ensure our clients’ success.

Deputy Project Manager (Deputy PM)

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Primary Focus: Recipient Caseload

• Maintain a caseload of assigned grantees.
• Initiate ongoing communication with grantees regarding program status, grant applications, and operational activities.
• Provide guidance on Head Start Performance Standards and ensure grantee compliance with federal regulations.
• Share pertinent federal information (IMs, PIs, announcements) with assigned grantees.
• Deliver highquality customer service and technical assistance.

Secondary Focus: Support to the Project Manager

• Serve as secondary point of contact for the PM
• Support PM with some administrative or coordination tasks, such as:
  • Reviewing select deliverables for quality when assigned
  • Providing brief status updates on caseload trends or risks
  • Assisting with documentation or process updates as needed
• Participate in management meetings when needed.
• Offer mentorship to team members on technical or programmatic questions related to Head Start Performance Standards.
• Support PM in maintaining contract performance and customer satisfaction
• Assist PM with maintaining project timelines
• Contribute to quality assurance efforts by adhering to documented processes and offering feedback and conducting reviews.
• Collaborate with PM and team to support corporate policies and business rhythm.

Qualifications

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, education, or related field; master’s preferred.
2. Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience, including experience with federal discretionary grants or program oversight.
3. Strong analytical, communication, and decisionmaking skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage a full caseload while producing highquality written and verbal communication.
5. Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and applicable federal regulations.
6. Ability to work onsite and virtually.
7. Ability to travel occasionally.

Preferred

• Experience with the Office of Head Start.
• Experience with quality assurance, monitoring, or compliance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and webbased data systems; Smartsheet experience a plus.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Highly organized and processoriented.
• Eligibility to obtain public clearance.
• Strong relationship skills

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.