IOTA Activation Project Manager

Grant-Leading-Technology,-LLC-1; East Riverdale (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health plan

401k with immediate vesting

Paid time off

11 federal holidays

Disability benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Grant Leading Technology seeks an experienced IOTA Activation Project Manager to lead complex Federal facility activation, outfitting, and transition projects. You will oversee the full lifecycle, coordinating design and construction schedules, and leading Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) with government stakeholders.

This on-site role in Martinsburg, WV runs 8 am to 5 pm EST and requires NCIDQ certification plus 5+ years in IOT&A/space-related projects; ability to pass a government background

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or related field required.
• NCIDQ certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Project Manager over space-related or facility projects; experience with IOT&A Federal facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall execution of initial outfitting, transition, and activation (IOT&A) activities for Federal facilities; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery per government standards.
• Drive activation milestones from planning to vendor installation, user transition, and project closeout.
• Form, facilitate, and lead User Groups and IPTs to align stakeholder needs with project objectives.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, or relevant field

NCIDQ certification

Job description

• Location 4906 RANDY CT STE 100,Riverdale, MD, 20737,United States
• Base Pay $50,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt - FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

IOTA Activation Project Manager

Martinsburg, WV

Grant Leading Technology is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented IOT&A Activation Project Manager to lead complex facility activation, outfitting, and transition projects for Federal facilities. The ideal candidate will combine strong project management expertise with a deep background in interior design, facility planning, and administrative operations.

In this lead role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of space-related initial outfitting, transition, and activation—coordinating design and construction schedules, leading Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), managing government stakeholders, and ensuring seamless operational readiness.

This position is for a tentative contract award. If awarded, the position will be on-site in Martinsburg, WV, and the hours are 8 am to 5 pm EST.

Responsibilities:

• Lead overall execution of initial outfitting, transition, and activation (IOT&A) activities for Federal facilities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and compliant with government standards
• Drive activation milestones from initial planning through vendor installation, user transition, and formal project closeout
• Form, facilitate, and lead User Groups and Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to align stakeholder needs with project objectives
• Serve as the primary liaison between construction teams, interior design teams, facility operators, vendor contractors, and Federal leadership
• Translate user operational requirements into detailed design, construction, and outfitting installation documents
• Manage administrative operations infrastructure related to Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E), casework/case goods, interior design packages, and facility signage
• Ensure all interior space plans, FF&E specifications, and layout designs adhere to technical requirements and Federal regulations
• Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), aligning IOT&A milestones with overarching building design and construction schedules
• Manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), risk management frameworks, change control processes, and regular status reporting
• Facilitate recurring stakeholder meetings, maintain rigorous project documentation, and present project health metrics to executive leadership
• Oversee onsite inventory, delivery, staging, and installation activities

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, or relevant field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Project Manager acting in a primary lead role over space-related or facility projects
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience specifically in Initial Outfitting, Transitioning, and Activating (IOT&A) Federal facilities
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in interior facility design, space planning, and outfitting
• Active National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification is required
• Direct experience with Federal IOT&A and facility activation programs—VA/VHA, healthcare facilities, major warehouse operations, or large-scale Federal real estate programs preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in administrative infrastructure/operations, including full lifecycle management of furniture, fixtures, casework/case goods, and building signage
• Proven expertise in developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), risk/change management protocols, and comprehensive project documentation
• Must be able to pass a government background check
• Must live in the United States and authorized to work in the United States

Grant Leading Technology (GLT) is a verified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) government contracting firm. GLT provides expert knowledge and skills to deliver agile enterprise solutions and innovative technologies to our clients at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and other federal and state agencies. We possess exceptional capabilities including, but not limited to, project management, cyber security, construction management, design, and management technology. GLT has been recognized for three consecutive years by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

Our employees are at the heart of GLT’s success. We value and fully embrace the diversity of individuals and ideas within our workforce. GLT provides a competitive compensation package with benefits that are immediately available. Our base healthcare plan is 100% employer paid and our 401k plan is immediately vested. We also offer paid time off, 11 federal holidays, short/long-term disability, 401k matching, and opportunities for professional development.

*Grant Leading Technology is an "equal opportunity employer". All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to those who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please email [e-mail] with the subject line "Accommodation"