Project Manager (PMP)

Project Manager (PMP)

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

Chartis Federal is seeking a Project Manager (PMP) providing project management, business support, and records management services to the customer.

This role provides IT project management support across up to 10 concurrent projects of varying size and complexity, working directly with the customer's staff to manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, and reporting in a fast-paced federal law enforcement operational environment. Onsite at Washington, DC (minimum 2 days/week onsite; telework eligible after 2-month onboarding period).

This position is contingent upon award.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT project management support across up to 10 concurrent projects of varying size and complexity
• Work with the customers staff to ensure adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Assist in defining project scope and objectives in coordination with stakeholders
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, requirements, communications, and agendas
• Identify and track risks and issues through to resolution
• Manage approved changes to scope, schedule, and cost
• Report project status to management, staff, and stakeholders
• Apply appropriate project management methodologies (Agile, Kanban, or Waterfall) based on project needs
• Monitor project performance using standard tools such as MS Project, Microsoft Teams (Planner/Planner Premium), SharePoint, ServiceNow, or comparable PPM dashboards
• Support PMO activities, including coordinating internal reviews and tracking completion of findings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing IT projects of varying size and complexity, including enterprise-level initiatives
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required)
• Active Agile certification (required) — Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
• Ability to pass a criminal history check and fingerprinting, and to obtain a USCP identification/access badge
• Ability to work onsite in Washington, DC a minimum of 2 days per week following a 2-month full-onsite onboarding period

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal law enforcement, Legislative Branch, or other federal government clients
• Experience operating within a formal Project Management Office (PMO) governance structure
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams Planner Premium, ServiceNow, and SharePoint-based project reporting
• Experience supporting IT modernization or enterprise application initiatives

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.