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$119k–$203k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate, postgraduate degree
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Project Director oversees all phases of complex R&D innovation programs for the National Science Foundation from inception to completion. Key duties include managing client relationships, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring deliverables meet quality, timeline, and budgetary goals.
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, a project management certification, and at least 15 years of management experience, including 7 years in an R&D organization. The ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance is required.
Full job description
Description
ICF is seeking a Project Director with R&D experience to support science and engineering innovation programs at the National Science Foundation (NSF). The Project Director is responsible for overseeing all phases of large, complex projects or programs from inception to completion. This role ensures strategic alignment, manages client relationships, leads cross-functional teams, and drives project execution to meet quality, timeline, and budgetary goals. The Project Director serves as the key point of contact for senior stakeholders and ensures delivery excellence.
Location
This role is hybrid in Alexandria, VA.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the overall success of the contracted program support services.
Develop and align contractor personnel to meet NSF’s requirements as outlined in the scope of work and technical requirements.
Ensure quality and timely delivery of tasks and deliverables as specified in the scope of work.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the client.
Manage the day-to-day execution of the call order, coordinating with multiple federal staff and programs.
Maintain technical and financial reports, overseeing contractor personnel to ensure work is completed as outlined in the call order.
Ensure contractor personnel are adequately trained and understand the R&D and NSF environment.
Required Qualifications/Skills
BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
Minimum of 15 years of management experience, including at least 7 years in an R&D organization.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Project management certification.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s or PHD degree in equivalent education
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Strong project management, contracting, budget management, and strategic skills.
Proficiency in budget management, including identifying financial risks and forecasting.
Experience in contract management, including hiring and managing personnel.
Professional Skills
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective communication channels and engagement with federal staff.
Strong multitasking abilities, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [email protected] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: