Senior IT Project Manager

Graham Technologies • Washington, DC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Graham Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to serve as the primary point of contact for customers’ Federal IT Program Managers. The role manages high-level IT projects, ensures alignment with federal guidelines, and drives successful outcomes in a matrixed environment. The project manager oversees work using traditional waterfall and Agile life cycle methodologies, manages schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables, and prepares project management artifacts in accordance with PMO standards and lifecycle processes. The position is hybrid in Washington, DC.

Requirements

• Must possess an active Q clearance or TS/SCI.
• At least five years of hands-on IT project management experience in the Federal Government, including projects using both waterfall and Agile methodologies.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and fluency in English.
• Experience working within a matrixed organizational structure.
• Proven ability to plan and execute complex programs to achieve defined goals.
• Intermediate-to-expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project, Excel, and Visio.
• Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, conflict management, time management, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PRINCE2, or SAFe Agile certification.
• Experience managing IT projects in a government or defense-related environment.
• Knowledge of federal IT standards, policies, and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for customers’ Federal IT Program Managers, ensuring seamless communication and project coordination.
• Oversee and execute IT projects using traditional waterfall and Agile life cycle methodologies.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables while aligning work with stakeholder expectations.
• Develop project charters, plans, schedules, requirements, and reports in accordance with PMO standards and lifecycle processes.
• Collaborate across matrixed teams to coordinate resources and support successful project execution.
• Use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project, Excel, and Visio to create and manage project documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Communicate updates, insights, and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Apply strategic thinking, multitasking, negotiation, conflict management, and time management to drive project success.

Benefits

• Four weeks of accrued PTO in the first year.
• Ten paid federal holidays.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with annual employer contributions.
• Flexible schedules.
• Reimbursements for continued education and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed