Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project and Program Manager to join our team and support our West Coast, and U.S. Pacific Islands portfolio. This position reports to Lynker’s Ecosystem Science and Management Group (EcoSAM) West Coast and Pacific Islands Division Lead/VP and is part of our divisional management team. This Project Manager serves as a business services manager and development team member in EcoSAM, primarily focusing on our coastal, marine, fisheries, and island conservation portfolios.  

Tasks

The Project Manager shall:

• Manage existing and new projects and personnel to deliver products and services on time and per client expectations.
• Manage Lynker direct employees. This includes mentoring, professional development and engagement support as well as directing staff meetings, communications, check-ins, performance reviews and working with HR/contracts for on-boarding and off-boarding of project team members. 
• Identify and evaluate (for company fit) solicitations from potential state, federal, and other clients, especially in Hawaii, Alaska, West Coast of the Continental US, American Samoa, Guam, and the CNMI. 
• Coordinate proposal development as assigned and work with other divisional team members, as well as Lynker corporate resources, to price and submit new proposals. 
• Enhance existing, and develop new, divisional client relationships.   
• Direct and provide leadership to staff and subcontractor teams working with local, State, or Federal government or private sectors programs in accordance with existing procedures, applicable laws, and government and private sector requirements. 
• Oversee and manage task teams, subject matter experts, specialists, and others as assigned in the execution of duties. 
• Assist with developing EcoSAM-wide lines of work, in coordination with divisional leadership. 
• Complete other duties, as assigned by and in consultation with, Division leadership.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major directly related to marine and coastal resource management, fisheries, aquaculture, or natural science. 
• 15 years combined education and experience. 
• Environmental project management experience with NOAA, BOEM, and/or other relevant agencies, including state/territorial agencies. 
• Experience developing project proposals in response to government and grant solicitations.
• Must be able to work within a team-based management structure.
• Must be able to operate in a flexible, adaptive, and quick turn-around work environment.  
• Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suite Applications

Preferred Requirements

• Physically located in CA, WA, OR, AK, or U.S. Pacific Islands.
• Familiarity with Lynker’s primary clients and potential clients.
• Familiarity with Lynker’s Ecosystem Science and Management Group - West Coast and Pacific Island Division management team.  
• PMP certification preferred. 
• Experience working in Pacific Islands and remote locations.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.