Engagement Manager (Hybrid: Reston, VA)

GlideFast Consulting Appears on the Inc.; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

GlideFast Consulting is seeking an Engagement Manager to oversee ServiceNow implementation projects in a hybrid role based in Reston, VA. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, lead governance activities, and drive outcomes with clients and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include building client relationships, developing detailed project plans, and delivering high-quality documentation and artifacts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading ServiceNow implementation projects and ensuring delivery on scope, schedule and budget.
• Ability to develop and maintain detailed project plans, WBS, and resource forecasts.
• Strong communication with clients and leadership; proactive risk management and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with client stakeholders as a trusted advisor.
• Lead ServiceNow implementation projects using SAIF and GlideFast methodology.
• Manage governance including budget tracking, scope management, and risks.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Client communication

ServiceNow SAIF

Tools

ServiceNow SAIF

PPM tools

RIDAC governance

Job description

Work with the best consultants and developers in the industry.

GlideFast Consulting - Engagement Manager (Hybrid: Reston, VA)

Job Details

Hybrid: Reston, VA

As an Engagement Manager with GlideFast Consulting, you will be accountable for the management and delivery of ServiceNow implementation projects. You will provide oversight and management of resources, as well as scope, schedule and cost related to projects. Utilizing best practices for effective project management, you will lead project management and operational support activities to define work schedules and assignments, review deliverables, manage discrepancies and communicate effectively with the customer and team.

What is the role?

• Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead ServiceNow implementation projects using the GlideFast Engagement Methodology and ServiceNow Adaptive Implementation Framework (SAIF), ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget
• Proactively manage project governance including RIDAC items, budget tracking, schedule adherence, and scope management to drive successful outcomes
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Work Breakdown Structures, and resource forecasts while keeping PPM and related tools updated with project status, risks, and issues
• Drive clear communication with clients and leadership through weekly status reporting, risk management, and proactive issue resolution
• Oversee the creation and delivery of project collateral such as kickoff decks, meeting notes, and implementation documentation, ensuring timely distribution and centralized storage
• Facilitate discovery workshops to validate requirements and align business objectives with technical solutions
• Collaborate with Solution Consultant, BPC’s, and developers to deliver high-quality, best practice solutions that achieve measurable results and positive client feedback
• Act as the primary liaison and escalation point for clients, advising on strategic initiatives, participating in customer success reviews, and driving consistently strong CSAT scores
• Continue learning service delivery solutions, technologies, and methodologies
• Maintain professionalism and an uninterrupted work environment during all client meetings and interactions
• Demonstrate strong corporate citizenship by completing required administrative tasks such as timesheets, feedback forms, and internal documentation accurately and on time

What experience do you need for success?

• Demonstrates full proficiency in the required experience, skillset, software tools, and knowledge areas as outlined in the Delivery Competency Matrix

What will you bring with you?

• Meets the certification criteria outlined in the Delivery Competency Matrix
• Maintain an active government security clearance if applicable

The starting pay range for this role is $115,000.00 - $160,000.00.

• Full time employees will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Discretionary bonuses.

Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including actual work location, relevant experience (internal or external), technical skills, and other qualifications.

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