Microsoft Project Manager

Right Seat; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Microsoft Project Manager to lead technology and process transformation initiatives in Ashburn, Virginia. The role requires 8-12 years of professional experience with a proven record in managing projects from initiation to delivery. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and strong stakeholder coordination skills. This is a hybrid position, allowing for both in-office work and remote flexibility after 90 days.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of professional experience with at least 5 years as a Project Manager.
• Experience leading technology and/or process transformation initiatives.
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain an Agency Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage end-to-end project delivery including scope, schedule, and dependencies.
• Lead technology and process transformation initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional technical and business stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Microsoft 365

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Public Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Microsoft Project Manager

Role Snapshot

As a Microsoft Project Manager, you will lead and deliver technology and process transformation initiatives across Microsoft-centric environments. Success in this role is defined by clearly scoped projects, aligned stakeholders, proactive risk management, and reliable delivery that improves collaboration, security, and operational outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and manage end-to-end project delivery, including scope, schedule, dependencies, risks, milestones, and resources
• Lead technology and process transformation initiatives aligned to business and operational outcomes
• Coordinate cross-functional technical and business stakeholders to maintain delivery momentum
• Manage Microsoft 365 / Office 365 adoption, migration, and modernization projects
• Maintain project plans, schedules, and documentation using Microsoft collaboration tools
• Provide clear status reporting, action tracking, and escalation management
• Facilitate project ceremonies including kickoffs, working sessions, and executive reviews
• Identify and mitigate risks and dependencies across multiple workstreams
• Support rollout, adoption, and change management activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Public Administration, Engineering, or related field
• 8–12 years of total professional experience with at least 5 years as a Project Manager
• Experience leading technology and/or process transformation initiatives
• Proven ability to manage projects from initiation through delivery
• Strong stakeholder coordination and executive communication skills
• Ability to manage timelines, priorities, and dependencies across multiple workstreams
• Comfort working in Microsoft 365–centric environments
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain an Agency Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP®)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®)
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®)
• SAFe® Agilist (SA) or SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC)
• Microsoft Certified: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)
• Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
• Experience with technology modernization or organizational change initiatives

Work Model

Hybrid role with some travel to Danville, Virginia as needed.

Home base will be RightSeat.AI HQ in Ashburn, Virginia and/or remote after 90 days.

How We Work at RightSeat

• Build trustworthy, responsible AI with real-world impact
• Operate with clarity, integrity, and mission focus
• Value humility, learning, and ownership over ego
• Win together as one team

About RightSeat.AI

RightSeat.AI accelerates responsible AI adoption across government, commercial, and mission-critical environments. We pair mission-savvy advisors with pragmatic builders to deliver secure AI systems, measurable outcomes, and workforce transformation.