Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver projects supporting U.S. government clients. The ideal candidate has a strong background in federal government contracting, excels at managing scope, schedule, and budget under compliance-driven environments, and holds a current PMP certification. This role requires close coordination with government stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure successful contract execution.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full lifecycle of government contracts from kickoff through closeout

• Plan, execute, monitor, and control projects in accordance with PMP best practices

• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements (FAR, DFARS, agency-specific guidelines)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for government contracting officers and CORs

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and status reports

• Lead cross-functional teams, including subcontractors and vendors

• Track performance against contract deliverables, SLAs, and milestones

• Identify and mitigate risks; manage change requests and contract modifications

• Prepare and present project briefings, metrics, and documentation to stakeholders

• Support audits, reviews, and government reporting requirements

Required Qualifications:

• PMP certification (active and in good standing) – required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, IT, or a related field

• 5+ years of project management experience, with significant experience in government contracting

• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisition processes

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet)

• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance - US citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing federal contracts (DoD, DHS, VA, or civilian agencies)

• Experience with cost-plus, fixed-price, and IDIQ contracts

• Agile, Scrum, or SAFe certifications

• Experience supporting proposal development or transition-in activities