DOT Task Lead/Project Manager

Savan•Vienna, VA

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Savan is seeking a Task Lead / Project Manager to support a Department of Transportation (DoT) program by managing task order execution and leading project teams delivering professional and technical services. The Task Lead serves as the primary point of contact for federal client stakeholders and is responsible for overseeing project delivery, managing staff, and ensuring successful performance across scope, schedule, cost, and quality. This role includes direct people management responsibilities and requires regular engagement with government task leads, CORs, and program leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or a related field
6+ years of project or task management experience
Active PMP certification
Experience managing federal contracts (FFP and/or T&M)
Experience leading teams and managing staff
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting federal civilian agencies, including DoT
Experience leading Agile or hybrid delivery teams
Familiarity with federal acquisition and reporting requirements
Agile or Scrum certification

Responsibilities

Manage task order execution from initiation through closeout
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and deliverables
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, performance standards, and reporting obligations
Monitor risks, issues, and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies
Support task order transitions, ramp-up activities, and closeout efforts
Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for government task leads and CORs
Lead regular status meetings, briefings, and program reviews
Provide accurate, timely reporting on project status, risks, and performance
Escalate issues appropriately to protect program outcomes and client relationships
Provide direct people management for assigned staff, including goal setting, performance management, coaching, and professional development
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including subcontractors
Support staffing plans, onboarding, and knowledge transfer activities
Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment aligned with program objectives
Manage task-level budgets, labor tracking, and burn rates
Support forecasting, staffing alignment, and resource planning
Ensure execution aligns with approved pricing, labor categories, and funding constraints
Ensure quality standards are met across all deliverables
Promote consistent program management processes and governance
Support continuous improvement and incorporation of lessons learned