Project Manager

vTech Solution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution in Washington, DC seeks a Project Manager to act as the primary liaison between FRA and contractors, guiding contract activities, planning, staffing, quality and risk management to ensure success.

You will oversee project schedules, monthly/quarterly reporting to stakeholders, and transition activities while briefing senior leadership. Requires PMP or equivalent and at least five years of federal consulting experience.

Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects of similar size and complexity.
• Federal consulting experience required.
• Experience with data management programs.
• Proven ability to support senior government executives.
• Experience resolving stakeholder conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract execution and oversee all related activities.
• Oversee staffing and resource planning to meet project needs.
• Manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Lead monthly and quarterly reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinate transition activities effectively.
• Conduct executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Federal contracting experience

Data management programs

Executive briefing

Conflict resolution

Education

PMP Certification

IAPPM CPM Certification

Equivalent certification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will serve as the primary liaison between FRA and contractors, leading contract activities, project planning, staffing, quality management, reporting, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and transition efforts to ensure successful project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Manage contract execution and oversee all related activities.
• Oversee staffing and resource planning to meet project needs.
• Manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Lead monthly and quarterly reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinate transition activities effectively.
• Conduct executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP), IAPPM CPM, or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects of similar size and complexity.
• Federal consulting experience.
• Experience with data management programs.
• Proven ability to support senior government executives.
• Experience resolving stakeholder conflicts.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Experience with the Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Familiarity with the Railroad Safety Information System (RSIS).

Special Considerations:

• May require coordination with multiple government agencies and contractors.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills needed.

Scheduling:

• Standard full-time work schedule; specific shift details not provided.