Project Lead

: Project Lead At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team! Job Summary B&A is looking for a Project Lead to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. As a Project Lead, your role will involve collaborating with stakeholders, managing project timelines, ensuring the system meets user requirements, and overseeing the training and support for users. Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of the application.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and ensure adherence to deadlines and budgetary constraints.
• Coordinate activities among cross-functional teams, including helpdesk, trainers, business analysts, designers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure the system meets user requirements, including functionality, usability, and security standards.
• Oversee testing and quality assurance processes to identify and address any issues or bugs.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including faculty members, administrators, and students, to gather requirements and feedback for the system.
• Communicate project updates, progress, and milestones to stakeholders regularly.
• Address stakeholder concerns and ensure their needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the development of training materials and resources for users of the online clerkship application system.
• Oversee and ensure successful execution of training sessions.
• Manage helpdesk team that provides ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to users, addressing any technical issues or questions that arise.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of project plans, requirements, and system functionalities.
• Generate regular reports on project progress, including milestones achieved, challenges encountered, and resolutions implemented.
• Identify opportunities for system improvement and optimization based on user feedback and performance metrics.
• Ensure all work products and deliverables meet quality expectations and are delivered on time.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7 years of relevant work experience.

Required Skills

• Proven experience managing software development projects, preferably in an academic or government setting.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Proficiency in system analysis, design, and implementation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Security Clearance

• Eligibility to obtain a government security clearance.

More About B&A: Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion B&A affirms its long-standing commitment to maintain a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which it operates, strives to maintain a business culture that recognizes the contributions and interests of diverse cultural and social groups, and seeks to maximize employee efforts by understanding individual differences and perspectives. Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer full time employees a 100% premium paid medical plan option, which includes coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability, Teladoc, and accident insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, tuition assistance, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, commuter transit benefits (SmartBenefits) for DC Metro full-time employees and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: on-staff registered counselor, 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, wellness challenges, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): engagement through guided wellness and peer recognition. Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly virtual events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenge: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, and #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law Affirmative Action Plan As a federal government contractor and based on Executive Orders and applicable laws and regulations, B&A develops and maintains annual written Affirmative Action Plans and endeavors to hire and advance qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.