Project Manager/Project Management Specialist, Sr.

Apply Description Overview Client First Technologies currently is seeking a Project Manager/Project Management Specialist, Senior in support of our government customer. The Project Manager/Project Management Specialist (Senior) leads and independently performs complex program and project management activities for the government customer, working on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of programs. This a hybrid remote work opportunity; the onsite location is Patuxent River, MD. CFT offers a full benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon contract award. Requirements Apply analytic techniques to evaluate program/project objectives; analyze requirements, status, budget, and schedules Track actual vs. planned task and milestone completion dates; prepare written documentation explaining any milestone variances within thirty (30) days of planned completion Prepare and present Project Status Reviews (PSRs) as part of monthly reporting requirements Prepare draft cost estimates and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates for new projects, customer requirements, and application re-engineering efforts Support IT project management using Agile and Kanban methodologies; use Azure DevOps Server as the primary configuration and project management tool Participate in ITSMO meetings, technical and operational process discussions, and Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) reviews Collect, complete, organize, and interpret data relating to acquisition and product programs; apply government-instituted processes for documentation and change control Qualifications All qualifications are required unless specifically marked as preferred. Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or Master's Degree (MA/MS) in a business, technical, or engineering discipline or related field More than ten (10) years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description Works on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of the program; performs all functional duties independently; may oversee less senior staff Education Substitution (non-degree options): Six (6) years of additional work experience related to the labor category functional description may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree; alternatively, an Associate's Degree plus four (4) years of additional work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree. An Associate's Degree requirement may be met with a High School Diploma or GED plus two (2) years of additional work experience. Physical Demands Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time Occasional travel and overtime may be required Required Clearances and Screenings This position is subject to a government background investigation and requires an active SECRET security clearance. Candidates with a current DoD Tier 3/NACLC or equivalent background investigation (e.g., Active Secret) are preferred.