Federal Compliance Project Manager

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

FSAs

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional growth

Job summary

ISN is seeking an experienced Federal Compliance Project Manager in Washington, DC to lead a nationwide drug and alcohol compliance audit program. The role requires coordinating multi-location audits, managing diverse teams of auditors and experts, and delivering high-quality results in accordance with federal regulations.

You'll oversee planning, scheduling, and execution, track performance metrics and budgets, and communicate with federal government representatives to drive program success and

Qualifications

• Five+ years leading federal contract programs and audits.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of federal compliance and audit processes (49 CFR Parts 40 & 655 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Serve as main liaison between contractor and federal officials.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate nationwide drug and alcohol audits.
• Oversee multidisciplinary audit teams.
• Ensure regulatory alignment and timely deliverables.
• Maintain quality assurance and risk mitigation.
• Provide program updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Federal contracts

Program management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Federal Compliance Project Manager

HQS BD Full Time Washington, DC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1330

Join a Company Where Leadership Makes a Difference

At ISN, we believe our people are the driving force behind our success. For more than 45 years, we've partnered with over 150 federal agencies to deliver innovative, mission-critical solutions that strengthen government mission and serve the public.

Recognized over 25 times by the Washington Business Journal as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Government Contractors and by the Inc. 5000 as one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies, ISN continues to grow through exceptional service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We have earned more than 100 commendation letters from our customers recognizing our commitment to exceptional quality, timely delivery, and unwavering integrity. We take pride in our role as a trusted government partner, delivering innovative solutions that benefit society, strengthen national security, and support mission-critical operations.

At ISN, you'll find more than a career—you'll find an opportunity to influence strategy, lead high-performing teams, and help shape the future of government. We foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where leaders are empowered to solve complex challenges, build strong customer partnerships, and create lasting impact.

If you're passionate about leading people, delivering operational excellence, and driving strategic growth across federal programs, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working at ISN

We believe great leaders deserve great support. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage with Prescription Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities

ISN is actively seeking experienced Project Manager to oversee a federal Drug and Alcohol Compliance Audit Program. The Project Manager will provide overall program leadership, coordinate nationwide compliance audit activities, supervise contractor personnel, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality services in accordance with federal regulations and contract requirements.Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the contractor and federal government representatives regarding program operations, performance, and deliverables
• Manage the planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of nationwide drug and alcohol compliance audits of recipients, contractors, and service agents
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams of auditors, subject matter experts, and administrative support personnel to ensure consistent and effective program execution
• Monitor compliance audit activities to ensure alignment with applicable federal regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655.
• Coordinate audit logistics, personnel assignments, travel requirements, and resource allocation to support timely completion of scheduled activities
• Oversee the preparation, quality review, and timely submission of audit reports, corrective action documentation, and other contractual deliverables
• Coordinate technical assistance, training activities, conferences, and specialized compliance support services as required by the program
• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of program deliverables
• Track program performance, schedules, staffing, budgets, and contractual requirements while identifying and mitigating operational risks
• Conduct regular program meetings, provide performance updates, and recommend process improvements to government stakeholders
• Ensure contractor personnel maintain required qualifications, training, and readiness to perform assigned responsibilities

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing federal government contracts, compliance programs, audit operations, or similarly complex professional services programs.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing geographically dispersed personnel and coordinating multi-location program activities.
• Experience managing regulatory compliance audits, inspections, assessments, or quality assurance programs.
• Supervising multidisciplinary teams, including technical specialists, auditors, and administrative personnel.
• Managing federal contract deliverables, performance metrics, schedules, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Communicating with federal government representatives and resolving programmatic or operational challenges.
• Prior experience supporting DOT, FTA, or other federal transportation safety and regulatory compliance programs is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federally mandated drug and alcohol testing programs is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Strong Knowledge of federal contract management principles, program operations and performance oversight.
• Working knowledge of federal drug and alcohol testing regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655, or demonstrated ability to manage programs governed by comparable federal regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple concurrent audit activities across geographically dispersed locations.
• Strong leadership, personnel management, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop and implement quality control procedures, risk mitigation strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and project management or tracking tools.
• Ability to analyze program performance data, prepare management reports, and communicate findings to government stakeholders
• Must be able to show proof of U.S. Citizenship

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to show proof of U.S. Citizenship
• Must successfully pass all required background investigations and suitability determinations
• Willingness to travel domestically as necessary to support program operations, audits, meetings, and training activities
• Must demonstrate professionalism, sound judgement, confidentiality, and attention to detail when handling sensitive compliance information
• Ability to work collaboratively with government personnel, subcontractors, auditors and other program stakeholders
• Must be able to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines in a dynamic federal contracting environment

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Criminal Justice, Transportation Management, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant educations, professional certifications, and progressively responsible program management experience may be considered.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.