Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Senior Project Manager

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 18, 2025

Job Description:

Onsite - Washington, D.C.About Blue Water ThinkingGuided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers.Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.Job Description:Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Senior Project Manager to join our team, supporting a large project at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ERM Senior Project Manager will lead and oversee complex ERM projects for federal agencies, ensuring effective risk management strategies, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee large-scale Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) projects, ensuring successful execution.
• Ensure project milestones, budgets, and objectives are met while maintaining compliance with federal policies and regulations.
• Provide technical expertise and risk analysis support to assist clients in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and best practices.
• Supervise project teams and oversee workstreams, ensuring alignment with ERM program goals.
• Lead the proliferation and maturity of the ERM program by designing and delivering training programs.
• Conduct customer engagement activities, including fireside chats, focus groups, and stakeholder briefings.
• Provide reports and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring the continuous improvement of ERM initiatives.Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing federal ERM projects, with a proven track record in complex risk management engagements.
  • Professional Certification: RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.
  • Strong experience in federal risk management frameworks, compliance, and ERM implementation.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and presentation skills.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Master's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
    • Experience working with federal agencies, particularly VA, DHS, or DoD.
    • Familiarity with NIST, OMB A-123, and ISO 31000 risk management frameworks.
    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role.Compensation:Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including location, the candidate's combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.Salary range: $125,000 - $145,000Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and a matching 401K plan.If you are a senior-level ERM Project Manager professional with a strong federal risk management background and a passion for strategic risk leadership, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team!Our Commitment to DiversityBlue Water Thinking, LLC (BWT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status.
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