Project Manager II

INNOVAS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Wellness reimbursement

Professional development allowance

Donation matching

Job summary

Innovas in Washington DC area is seeking a Project Manager II to oversee post-award prototype projects. You will work with AORs, government experts, and performers to align execution with goals and enforce standards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in PM, strong communication, and an active TS/SCI clearance. This hybrid role requires occasional in-person meetings in the DC metro area and collaboration across government and industry partners.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Project Management or a similar role.
• Experience working with Government or the DoW.
• Strong oral and writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor projects to meet performance, schedule, and budget.
• Support meetings and review contractual documents affecting cost/schedule/scope.
• Coordinate communications among government clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Track finances and provide regular updates and projections.

Skills

Project management

Oral and written communication

Multitasking

PM tools

Preferred: PMP/Scrum/Lean Six-Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

At Innovas, we are transforming the way government innovates by delivering the mechanisms that turn ideas into action. We bring together the right people, processes, and technologies to accelerate progress where it matters most.

With a focus on impact over bureaucracy, collaboration over silos, and solutions over status quo, we’re built to act. Our team is made up of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and experts who thrive on tackling meaningful challenges and delivering results. At Innovas, every role contributes to something bigger. Whether you’re supporting technology acquisition, improving processes, or enabling collaboration across organizations, your work helps move critical missions forward.

Join Innovas and help shape the future of government innovation.

Why work at Innovas:

Work on problems that matter.

At Innovas, your work directly supports innovation that shapes our nation’s future and delivers solutions with real-world impact.

Be part of something built differently.

Our teams are empowered to focus on solving problems, creating value, and exceeding expectations.

Bring ideas to life.

Work alongside passionate problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and turning possibilities into progress.

Grow alongside a team of experts.

Our people bring diverse experiences from government, military, industry, technology, and entrepreneurship.

In this position, the hired individual will be part of a team supporting NSTXL activities.

Clearance Required:

Active TS/SCI

Job Description:

The Project Manager II will be in charge of managing post-award prototype projects. The PM will collaborate with the Government Agreements Officer’s Representative (AOR), Government technical experts, and our Performers to support post-award execution goals and objectives. Your talents, perspectives, and efforts will directly contribute to project success and facilitate positive mission outcomes. The dedicated Project Manager shall formulate and enforce work standards such as project life cycle, use existing process flows, and comply with documentation standards. The PM will work closely with our subcontractors and Government clients to keep all parties informed of prototype status, identify any potential problems, and troubleshoot any project issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Coordination and Execution

• Assist in planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to meet performance, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Attend and support technical and contractual meetings for assigned projects.
• Review contractual documents that affect cost, schedule, and scope of projects.
• Support project execution by ensuring tasks, timelines, and deliverables are tracked and aligned with project objectives.

Stakeholder Communication and Support

• Facilitate effective communication and coordination between government clients, consortium members, and other stakeholders.
• Keep stakeholders informed of project status and key updates.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders involved in project execution.

Risk and Issue Management

• Identify and assess project risks and assist in developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Escalate risks and issues appropriately to support timely resolution.

Financial and Performance Tracking

• Track and report on project budgets, expenditures, and financial performance.
• Provide financial updates and projections to stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in project financial tracking and reporting.

Reporting and Process Improvement

• Generate and present project reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.

QualificationsExpectedfor Position:

Required Education/Clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, or related field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Required Experience and Abilities

• 3+ years of experience in Project Management or a similar role.
• Experience working with Government or the Department of War (DoW).
• Demonstrated strong oral communication skills and very strong writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support project execution in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• PMP, Scrum, Lean Six-Sigma, or other related certifications.
• Experience working with Other Transaction Authorities.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.

Location:

• DC Metro Area, MD, VA only as this is a hybrid position that needs the ability to commute to ad hoc meetings at location

Travel:

• Travel for this position is estimated up to ≤10%

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Innovas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

What We Offer:

We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include:

• Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage
• Vision Insurance: Fully covered
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
• Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, federal holidays, floating holiday + your birthday, and generous vacation
• Other:
• Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid
• Voluntary Life
• Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support
• Community sponsorships
• Donation matching
• Professional development allowance

If you need any accommodation for the interview process, please let us know when we contact you. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a standard background check.