Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: 441 4th St, 9th Fl., NW, Washington, DC 20001 Onsite (Local candidates to DC, MD, and VA only)

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Interview Mode: Video

Due Date for Submissions: 12:00 noon on May 14, 2026

Labor Category: Must qualify for a Senior Level STaR2 labor category (Required)

Position Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a project from initiation to closure, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role acts as a central coordinator, leading the project team, managing resources, and communicating with all stakeholders.

Must-Have Skills

• Experience in project management or a related leadership role 11+ years
• Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira) 11+ years
• Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum) 11+ years
• Experience managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effort 11+ years
• Experience managing budgets 11+ years
• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Must qualify for a Senior Level STaR2 labor category

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Definition:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with the Special Projects Officer, Lead Solutions Architect, and stakeholders
• Develop a comprehensive project plan, including detailed schedules, timelines, and necessary resources
• Integrates project plans and milestones within a defined scope into holistic master plan, identifying gaps and interdependencies
• Tracks and supports management of cross-program or cross-project interdependencies to include IT solutions
• Manages program/project status reporting process for all in-scope programs/projects and creates senior leadership updates including dashboard and benefit realization reporting
• Identifies potential risks / issues / barriers to execution and collaborates to develop specific plans to mitigate risk / resolve issues / remove barriers

Team Coordination:

• Works with DHCF leadership to facilitate team meetings and ensure seamless communication and collaboration

Budget and Resource Management:

• Estimate project costs, develop a budget, and track expenditures to ensure the project remains within financial constraints
• Manage the allocation of personnel and material resources efficiently

Risk Management and Problem-Solving:

• Proactively identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans
• Address issues and conflicts as they arise to keep the project on track

Monitoring and Reporting Progress:

• Continuously track project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones
• Provide regular updates on progress, adjustments, and potential issues to stakeholders and upper management

Quality Control and Stakeholder Satisfaction:

• Ensure all project deliverables meet established quality standards and client expectations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, managing expectations and feedback

Documentation and Closure:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and reports throughout the project lifecycle
• Upon completion, formally close the project, obtain client sign-off, and evaluate performance to identify lessons learned for future projects

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or a related field
• Experience: Experience seeing projects through the full-scale software development life cycle
• Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management skills, effective problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities, adaptability to changing circumstances and demands

Highly Desired Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements