Project Manager - Indianapolis

Job Description

Job Description

Project ManagerFederal Contract Operations Support

Indianapolis, IN | Full-Time Contract | Hybrid (On-Site with opportunity for telework)

Join a High-Impact Federal Team

Join a high-impact federal operations team supporting mission-critical government functions. The Project Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and execution of contract operations in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

This role ensures all technical, operational, and administrative requirements are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements. The Project Manager serves as the primary interface with government stakeholders and leads cross-functional teams in a secure, mission-critical environment.

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• PTO and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

Career Growth

• Exposure to federal and mission-critical facilities
• Opportunity to support records management and administrative programs
• Collaborative, operations-focused environment
• Long-term contract stability

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall contract execution, performance, and delivery
• Manage day-to-day program operations ensuring alignment with contract objectives
• Assign work and oversee performance of contractor personnel
• Monitor program performance metrics and ensure deliverables meet quality standards
• Identify risks and implement mitigation
• Serve as primary point of contact for government stakeholders and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)
• Act as liaison between contractor team and government leadership
• Collect, coordinate, and disseminate program information to stakeholders
• Schedule and lead contractor team meetings
• Ensure adherence to established work standards and performance expectations
• Review contractor employee work products for accuracy, quality, and compliance
• Ensure CBP mandatory training requirements are completed by assigned personnel
• Process, track, and monitor timekeeping actions for contractor employees
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, DHS/CBP policies, and contract requirements
• Maintain program alignment with security, quality, and operational standards
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 4 years of management experience
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience managing federal government contracts
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Experience supporting DHS or CBP programs

Security Clearance Requirement

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (Secret / Top Secret / Public Trust)
• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation and PIV card issuance

Why This Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to lead a federal contract supporting critical national security operations. As a Project Manager, you will drive program success, ensure compliance, and lead a team delivering essential services in a structured, high-security environment.

Apply Today

If you are a results-driven leader with experience managing federal programs, we encourage you to apply.

CGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.