Project Manager

CACI International Inc; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Learning resources

Healthcare and retirement benefits

Job summary

CACI International Inc. in Laurel, MD seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee complex engineering programs from inception through closeout. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance while serving as the primary technical liaison for the Program Manager and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include risk management, process optimization, and senior-level briefings. The role requires 8+ years of PM experience, a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent in substitution), and PMP/DAWIA Level 3

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 8+ years of program/project management experience.
• PM certifications required: PMP or DAWIA Level 3 in PM.
• Experience managing complex engineering projects and WBS development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage cost, schedule, and performance end-to-end.
• Identify risks, implement containment strategies, and report status.
• Lead meetings with precise notes and drive project governance.
• Serve as technical liaison for PM, clients, and internal teams.
• Prepare senior-level briefings and maintain comprehensive docs.

Skills

PM experience

Requirements analysis

Resource allocation

Scheduling

Cost tracking

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Meeting facilitation

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree substitution allowed

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to shape the future of intelligence systems? CACI is seeking a talented Project Manager to join our team in Laurel, MD.

In this role, you will be responsible for the successful planning, coordinating and management of cost, schedule and performance of all aspects of complex engineering projects and tasks. Serve as the technical point of contact for the Program Manager and team members on a project or task. Directly contribute to program efforts in several areas, including task cost, schedule, and deliverables status updates. Monitor risks and develop and present risk containment strategies to ensure proper performance of tasks necessary for efficient and effective execution of the contract. Utilize expert communication skills to direct the skilled technical resources and report on the technical progress, issues, and problem areas, as well as write and review technical documents. Your expertise will be crucial in achieving project milestones and developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. Join us at CACI and be part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology in support of our nation’s intelligence capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Project Management: Plan, coordinate, and manage the cost, schedule, and performance of complex, multi-faceted engineering projects from inception to closeout.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, monitor, and assess project risks; develop and execute robust risk containment strategies to ensure uninterrupted contract performance.
• Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and audit current project management and operational workflows; identify inefficiencies, and design and implement improved, standardized processes to increase delivery velocity and elevate quality.
• Technical Point of Contact (POC): Serve as the primary technical liaison for the Program Manager, client stakeholders, and internal team members.
• Senior-Level Briefings: Prepare, facilitate, and present project status reports, technical progress updates, issues, and problem-resolution strategies at senior-level meetings.
• Project Documentation: Author, review, and edit comprehensive technical documentation. Ensure documentation of project governance, including drafting comprehensive meeting agendas, official meeting notes, and action item track

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting for projects and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• 6 years of additional program management experience of similar scope, type, and complexity with the Federal Government may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• A Project Management Professional cert. or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Level 3 cert. in Program Management is required.
• Progressive experience in technical project management, specifically managing complex engineering projects.
• Proven track record of developing comprehensive Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to effectively decompose project scope, assign technical resources, and track baselines.
• Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in industry-standard work management and scheduling tools, including MS Project, Jira, and Confluence.
• Expert-level experience leading meetings, with strict adherence to professional project administration producing precise meeting notes
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical jargon into clear business insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects that span infrastructure domains, specifically Networking, End-User services, and Cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$109,800 - $241,600

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.