Geospatial Technology Project Manager
Core
Manage and provide professional support services for the Geospatial Technology and Application Center (GTAC) program areas, including data development, cartography, disturbance assessments, and resource mapping.
Role type
Senior IC Geospatial Technology Project Manager
Builds
Geospatial Information Systems (GIS), GPS services, remote sensing solutions, and data/product delivery for USFS and external customers.
Domain
Public Sector / Geospatial Technology / Forestry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Project charter and plan development, budget estimation, contract specifications, quality assurance, team leadership, scope management, post-project evaluation, Agile IT/Geospatial software development, Federal government acquisition processes, performance-based service contracting.
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma, advanced scientific knowledge application, multidisciplinary environment navigation.
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), CIFOR project management system, GIS, GPS, remote sensing tools.
Responsibilities
Develop project charters, plans, and work breakdown structures; track milestones and report status; manage project scope changes; lead on-site or virtual teams of geospatial specialists; ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations; analyze performance data for donor reporting timelines.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC