Project Specialist (Gov't Tech)

Project Specialist (Hybrid - US - Beltsville, MD and US- Remote) What to expect when you join Sikich Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities. The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice. Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That's why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Sikich, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos. Are you ready to grow with us? Position summary We are seeking a Project Specialist to support project planning, coordination, and administrative activities for government-focused initiatives. This role will assist project teams with tracking schedules, organizing meetings, maintaining documentation, monitoring action items, and supporting day-to-day project operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. This position focuses on project coordination and support rather than direct project management responsibilities. This candidate must be willing to work a hybrid work schedule consisting of at least 2-3 days a week onsite in Beltsville, MD. Some occasions may require 5 days a week onsite. What will you do in this role? Support project teams by maintaining project schedules, trackers, and related documentation. Coordinate and schedule stakeholder meetings, working sessions, and project reviews. Attend meetings, document notes, capture action items, and track follow-up activities. Prepare meeting materials, reports, presentations, and status updates. Monitor project activities and elevate potential schedule or task delays to project leadership. Maintain project records, documentation repositories, and version-controlled files. Assist with project reporting and status tracking. Support configuration management and documentation activities using tools such as ServiceNow, SVN, or similar platforms. Coordinate communication between project team members and stakeholders. Provide administrative and operational support to project managers and technical teams. Assist with project deliverables, documentation reviews, and quality assurance activities. Help ensure compliance with organizational processes, standards, and documentation requirements. Perform additional project-related support duties as assigned. What do you need to succeed in this role? U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance. 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, project support, business operations, administrative support, or a related field. Experience supporting projects through planning, execution, and reporting activities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Experience maintaining project documentation, meeting records, and action item trackers. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Preferred Certifications & Qualifications Experience supporting government contracts or federal programs. Familiarity with ServiceNow, SVN, Jira, SharePoint, or similar project support tools. Experience preparing project reports, status updates, and executive briefings. Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall. Experience supporting project managers, program managers, or technical teams. In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the base compensation range (25%-50%-75%) for this role is $48,000- $51,500- $55,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on several factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Compensation ranges for roles in our Government Services pillar are determined by contract with the specific government agency Sikich is servicing. In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows: ServantLeader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, #J-18808-Ljbffr Sikich