Project Management Associate

Accenture Federal Services•Augusta, GA

5h•$78,900 - $105,100

About The Position

The Project Management Associate is a mid-level position within the Project Management Team (PMT) that provides critical support for project lifecycle activities, configuration management, asset tracking, logistics coordination, and project monitoring. This role serves as a position for individuals seeking to develop comprehensive project management skills while contributing to operational excellence across the program. The ideal candidate will bring experience in software development lifecycle processes and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of professional experience including:
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Demonstrated experience working within software development environments and understanding of SDLC phases (requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance)
Stakeholder Engagement: Proven experience engaging with diverse stakeholders including technical teams, business users, and leadership
Product Owner Facilitation: Facilitate product owner requirements gathering, user story development, and backlog management for software application development projects
Project Coordination: Experience supporting project activities including planning, tracking, reporting, and coordination
Configuration/Asset Management: Experience with configuration management, asset tracking, or inventory management processes
Documentation: Strong documentation skills with experience creating project plans, status reports, or technical documentation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Agile/Scrum certifications (Certified ScrumMaster, Professional Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist)
ITIL Foundation certification
CompTIA Project+ or similar project management certification
CompTIA Security+
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Azure DevOps, or similar)
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools for software development projects
Familiarity with configuration management databases (CMDB) or asset tracking systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience with collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Confluence, or similar)
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes, tools, and methodologies
Customer service orientation with focus on stakeholder satisfaction
Proactive approach to identifying issues and proposing solutions
Experience working on DoW, Army, or Intelligence Community contracts
Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with DoW configuration management standards
Experience with enterprise IT asset management systems
Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
Background in software quality assurance or testing coordination
Understanding of cybersecurity principles and compliance requirements
Familiarity with DoD 8140.01, DoD 8570.01-M, or Army Regulation 25-2
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Responsibilities

Assist with project planning activities including schedule development, milestone tracking, and deliverable coordination
Support project initiation activities such as charter development, requirements gathering, and baseline establishment
Track project metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and status across multiple concurrent projects
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support project execution activities
Facilitate project meetings, document action items, and track decisions
Assist in the preparation of project status reports, dashboards, and executive briefings
Support project closeout activities including lessons learned documentation
Engage with stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle from requirements gathering through deployment
Facilitate product owner workshops and requirements elicitation sessions for software application development projects
Document and track software requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Coordinate sprint planning activities, backlog refinement, and release planning for Agile/DevSecOps projects
Assist in coordinating software testing activities, user acceptance testing (UAT), and deployment schedules
Track software defects, enhancement requests, and change requests through resolution
Maintain software project documentation including technical specifications, design documents, and release notes
Serve as a liaison between technical teams, product owners, and business stakeholders
Facilitate communication and collaboration across development teams, operations teams, and end users
Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather requirements and understand user needs
Translate technical information into business-friendly language for non-technical stakeholders
Support change management activities by communicating project impacts to affected stakeholders
Coordinate stakeholder reviews and feedback sessions for software deliverables
Maintain stakeholder communication plans and ensure timely updates
Maintain the configuration management database (CMDB) with accurate and up-to-date asset information
Track all program hardware, software, licenses, and equipment assets throughout their lifecycle
Process configuration change requests through established workflows and change control procedures
Document configuration baselines and assist with version control activities
Support configuration audits and reconciliation activities to ensure inventory accuracy
Coordinate asset tagging, labeling, and physical tracking activities
Maintain configuration item records from procurement through disposal
Generate asset utilization reports and inventory status reports for leadership
Conduct regular inventory audits and maintain accurate asset records
Track equipment locations, assignments, and transfers across program sites
Coordinate with procurement and finance teams on asset acquisition and disposal
Monitor asset lifecycle stages and coordinate maintenance or replacement activities
Support asset allocation planning for new projects and initiatives
Maintain audit trails and documentation for asset accountability
Support facility requirements including meeting space, equipment setup, and material coordination
Coordinate equipment and material procurement, delivery, and deployment
Manage shipping and receiving activities for program assets
Support vendor coordination and third-party logistics activities
Maintain logistics calendars and coordinate scheduling to prevent conflicts
Process change requests and route through appropriate approval workflows
Assess the impact of proposed changes on project scope, schedule, budget, and configuration baselines
Document change decisions and maintain change history logs
Update project documentation, plans, and configuration records following approved changes
Communicate changes to affected stakeholders and teams
Support change control board (CCB) meetings with documentation and coordination
Track project milestones, deliverables, and schedule performance
Monitor budget utilization and resource allocation across projects
Produce regular status reports, dashboards, and metrics for project leadership
Identify and escalate risks, issues, and blockers that may impact project success
Maintain risk and issue registers with current status and mitigation plans
Support data collection and analysis for program performance metrics
Coordinate activities across project teams, technical teams, and support functions
Schedule and facilitate team meetings, stand-ups, and working sessions
Maintain project repositories, shared drives, and collaboration platforms
Support resource coordination and capacity planning activities
Assist with onboarding new team members to project activities and tools