IT Project Manager

Strategic It Project ManagerSavvee Inc. is seeking a strategic IT Project Manager to support our federal client onsite in Silver Spring, MD. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, leadership, and strategy, helping drive high-visibility initiatives that shape the future of enterprise IT. They will excel at bringing people together, turning complex ideas into actionable plans, and guiding cross-functional teams from concept to successful execution while engaging directly with senior leadership and key stakeholders.Essential Functions:Supporting senior IT leadership and executive stakeholders with management of strategic-level special (non-operational) projects.Scheduling and helping facilitate inclusive strategic planning meetings, both IMO-only and with leadership governance boards, on at least an annual basis; multiple meetings may be needed to arrive at a plan consensus.Using facilitation tools to help brainstorm, prioritize, and achieve consensus.Ensuring notes and decisions are recorded (with assistance from other contract team members).Maintaining annual strategic planning tracking sheet with adequate metadata to determine alignment and understand milestones and success factors.Translating strategic planning results into project plans.Planning and executing strategic NOS-scoped projects based on IMO requirements (will vary with each project) and PMI (or equivalent industry) standards.Leading and maintaining project teams composed of SMEs from NOS IMO, other NOS Program Offices and IT teams, and other IMO or NOS contracts.Managing multiple projects of varying duration and visibility at the same time.Maintaining a tracking mechanism that differentiates active projects from a pre-project pipeline; ensuring the criteria to transition from pipeline to project are clear and consistently applied.Ensuring requirements, outcomes, targets and deadlines are clear and understood by stakeholders and project team.Coordinating collaboratively with all project SMEs and other leads to manage project schedules, track costs, and assess and report on project risks.Scheduling and running project meetings; preparing meeting agendas and distributing notes.Communicating and collaborating with other Project Managers, whether on this contract or not, working in IMO and NOS to achieve a project's objectives; handing off projects to operational project team PM at the appropriate time.Maintaining all project-related documents in a repository approved by and accessible to the Government.Presenting project details and progress to various technical and non-technical audiences, including ACIO and NOS leadership.Incorporating both Agile (preferred) and more traditional Waterfall project management methods, depending on the project and its objectives.Maintaining communication and positive relationships with all stakeholders.Scheduling additional meetings related to potential project planning and customer requirements at the request of the Deputy ACIO.Preparing and delivering presentations related to projects to governance/working groups.Integrating with contract teammates to aid strategic planning, reviews of annual policy and repositories, and provide meeting coverage in the absence of the facilitator.Performing additional duties as assigned in support of evolving contract requirements and client needs.Understanding the organizational policies and procedures for accuracy of solutions and deliverables to the client.Demonstrating a commitment to quality and customer support.Required Education and Training:Bachelor's degree OR Master's degreePMP certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalentMinimum Experience and Skills Required:Fifteen or more years of professional experience with a Master's degree OR Seventeen or more years of professional experience with a Bachelor's degreeFive or more years of project management experience in IT using both Agile and Waterfall methodologiesExperience with projects of varying size, scope, budget, and durationStrategic planning experience; ability to categorize, integrate, and synthesize on the fly when working with virtual "whiteboard" or other toolsProven ability to brief diverse audiences from CIOs to technical teams, influence without authority, build consensus, and drive engagement towards project solution and successful achievement of objectivesTechnical expertise or general understanding of IT operations, technology, and conceptsFamiliarity with SmartsheetMust have the ability to obtain the client's Public Trust clearanceA proficiency in utilizing Google Suite products and Microsoft ProjectProven familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and responsible use of AI-assisted toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExceptional organization skillsA highly motivated self-starterMust be motivated and have excellent customer service skillsDesired But Not Required Qualifications:Advanced proficiency with SmartsheetExperience with IT modernization projects (not just application development projects)Prior experience helping build, mature, or scale a Project Management Office (PMO) from the ground up within a federal agency environmentEOE Statement: Savvee Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.EEOC- Eligibility to Work: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Silver Spring, MD Onsite Full Time $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year