Project Manager (Remote)

Govcio LLC

1d•$100,000 - $115,000•Remote

About The Position

GovCIO is seeking a Project Manager to lead technical initiatives, combining technical expertise with strong project management skills to ensure successful delivery within scope and on schedule. schedule. This is a full-time, fully remote position open to candidates located within the Continental United States (CONUS). Responsibilities Project Manager will be a hands-on leader who will be responsible for day-to-day direct oversight of 3+ application sustainment/enhancement project(s). Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders, facilitating communication across internal teams and external partners Oversee all phases of project execution, including planning, requirements definition, development, release management, monitoring, and reporting Ensure delivery of project objectives in accordance with contract requirements and organizational standards Manage schedule, risk, and performance metrics; proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies with appropriate escalation Lead cross-functional teams, including technical SMEs, supporting legacy mainframe platforms and migration to open systems Oversee sustainment activities including software enhancements, configuration management, and adaptive maintenance Drive improvements such as consolidation and enhancement of reporting tools Lead requirements development and translation (Epics → Features → User Stories) and manage dependencies and sequencing Ensure Agile/Scrum methodologies are applied effectively throughout the project lifecycle Deliver regular reporting, including weekly status reports, PMRs, scorecards, and OMR inputs Provide direct oversight of team leads and staff; support hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations Foster a motivated, proactive, and high-performing team environment focused on delivery and continuous improvement Ensure project needs are met and escalate blockers to program leadership as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's with 2-5 years (or commensurate experience)
Experience leading a team in an IT system environment
Experience managing a Scrum/Agile team with experience using Jira
Experience working with customer to establish requirements, PI Planning and seeing a project move through the software development lifecycle
Strong problem solving skills
Competence in Microsoft Suite
Strong verbal and written skills
Positive attitude and willingness to step in, where needed
Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the VA
Experiencing overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
Experience supporting program goals
Experience collaborating with other project leaders

Responsibilities

day-to-day direct oversight of 3+ application sustainment/enhancement project(s)
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders, facilitating communication across internal teams and external partners
Oversee all phases of project execution, including planning, requirements definition, development, release management, monitoring, and reporting
Ensure delivery of project objectives in accordance with contract requirements and organizational standards
Manage schedule, risk, and performance metrics; proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies with appropriate escalation
Lead cross-functional teams, including technical SMEs, supporting legacy mainframe platforms and migration to open systems
Oversee sustainment activities including software enhancements, configuration management, and adaptive maintenance
Drive improvements such as consolidation and enhancement of reporting tools
Lead requirements development and translation (Epics → Features → User Stories) and manage dependencies and sequencing
Ensure Agile/Scrum methodologies are applied effectively throughout the project lifecycle
Deliver regular reporting, including weekly status reports, PMRs, scorecards, and OMR inputs
Provide direct oversight of team leads and staff; support hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations
Foster a motivated, proactive, and high-performing team environment focused on delivery and continuous improvement
Ensure project needs are met and escalate blockers to program leadership as needed