Project Manager

ViaPath Technologies; Altoona (PA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaPath Technologies is seeking a Project Manager for the PMO to lead cost, schedule, and performance of the contract. The role is hybrid and based in Altoona, PA with up to 75% travel, supporting multi-project delivery in telecommunications systems.

The candidate should have 5+ years in project management, PMP/ Agile certifications, and experience with Wi‑Fi installations or customer network/infrastructure projects. Strong communication skills are essential for stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of related work experience in lieu of degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with a project management focus.
• Project management certification and/or Agile certifications are preferred.
• Proven project management skills with a focus on technical product implementations, Wi‑Fi wireless installation projects and/or customer network and server infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite; Jira, SmartSheet, Confluence, Salesforce, etc. preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience working directly with customer stakeholders.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Experience in IT and/or Government Contracting industry.
• Ability to travel up to 75%

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from conception through completion; lead projects that involve teams for analysis, design, integration, testing, documentation, and implementation of telecommunications systems.
• Perform day-to-day management of installation activity operations across locations.
• Direct management of moderate/large project budgets, ensuring cost and schedule objectives are met.
• Assist in defining project scope and objectives with stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with the client and all stakeholders.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation; benchmark program status.
• Regularly communicate program status to executive leadership.
• Ensure delivery of project management deliverables (plans, change control, status reports).

Skills

Project management

Jira

Agile

Communication

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

4 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Confluence

SmartSheet

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager within the PMO group will be responsible for leading the performance of tasks necessary to ensure the most efficient and effective execution of the contract, resulting in successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract plan.

The Project Manager within the PMO group will be responsible for leading the performance of tasks necessary to ensure the most efficient and effective execution of the contract, resulting in successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract plan.
Position is a hybrid role based at the ViaPath office located in Altoona, PA with a requirement to travel up to 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from conception through completion; lead projects that involve the successful management of teams responsible for the analysis, design, integration, testing, documentation, and implementation of telecommunications systems.
• Perform day-to-day management of overall installation activity operations, possibly involving multiple projects and groups of personnel at multiple locations.
• Direct the management of moderate and large sized project budgets, including expenditures for consultants and vendors, ensuring that ViaPath meets all project cost and schedule objectives.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
• Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Benchmark program status.
• Regularly communicate program status to executive leadership.
• Ensure consistent delivery of the ViaPath Project Management deliverables, including, but not limited to: Project Plans, Supplementary Plans, Change Control and Status Reporting.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of related work experience in lieu of degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with a project management focus.
• Project management certification and/or Agile certifications are preferred.
• Proven project management skills required with a focus on technical product implementations, Wi‑Fi wireless installation projects and/or customer network and server infrastructure projects desired.
• Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite of products; project management tools and collaboration systems such as Jira, SmartSheet, Confluence, Salesforce, etc. preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience working directly with customer stakeholders.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Experience working in the Information Technology and/or Government Contracting industry.
• Ability to travel up to 75%
  

Additional Information

ViaPath is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ViaPath does not discriminate or permit harassment against any employee or applicant based on any characteristic protected by law. ViaPath’s commitment applies to the fullest extent required by federal, state, and local laws applicable to its contracts and operations.

Benefits Overview

ViaPath is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and security of our employees. Eligible full-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options designed to support a variety of coverage needs.
• Health Saving Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Employer provided contribution to the HSA for eligible medical plans. Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts available.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) – Including vacation and sick time
• Company Holidays
• Retirement Plan (401(k)) – Traditional and Roth 401(k) options available including employer matching contributions.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability; additional voluntary coverage available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for personal, financial, and family matters.
• Additional Well-Being Resources – Includes access to Care.com, Calm, Active&Fit, Telavet, LegalShield, and other lifestyle resources and discounted services.
  

Eligibility for certain benefits may depend on employee status, work location, and applicable plan documents. Benefits and terms are subject to change. The information above provides a brief summary of our benefit programs. Actual coverage details are governed by the official plan documents, which control in the event of conflict. ViaPath reserves the right to modify or terminate any benefit program at any time.