Project Manager - IT and Technical Projects

Management Solutions, LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Management Solutions LLC seeks a Project Manager to deliver IT and technical projects for government clients. This client-facing role requires independent delivery, team leadership, and strong relationships with federal stakeholders while meeting utilization and performance targets.

The position emphasizes disciplined project management practices aligned with PMI standards; candidates should manage IT infrastructure, applications, and system modernization efforts in client environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional project management experience, IT/technical focus.
• Experience in consulting or professional services with billable expectations.
• DOE or federal agency experience.
• Strong PMI-based practices and terminology.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead billable projects to ensure contract scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Develop and maintain project charters, plans, schedules, risks, and communications.
• Lead small cross-functional teams and coordinate with client IT and vendors.
• Produce status reports, briefings, and executive updates.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

PMI-based PM

DOE experience

Security clearance

Client-facing

Project governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

PMP certification

PMI-ACP

SAFe/Scrum certs

Tools

MS Project

Excel

SharePoint

Jira

Kanban boards

Job description

Project Manager - IT & Technical Projects

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Citizenship & Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Who We Are

Management Solutions LLC (MSLLC) is an award-winning management consulting firm delivering solutions for our partners’ most complex challenges. Since 2002, we have supported federal and commercial clients through expertise in project and program strategy, delivery and implementation, engineering and technical advisory services, workforce solutions, and digital solutions.

We are distinguished by our reputation for managing mission-critical projects and helping organizations improve performance through innovative, people-centered solutions. MSLLC has been recognized as Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory and has been named one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area.

Why Join Our Team

At Management Solutions, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and caring culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We seek professionals who think critically, solve complex problems, and are dedicated to building and sustaining a high-performing, people-centered organization.

Job Summary

Management Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to deliver billable project management services supporting government IT and technical initiatives. This role is client-facing and delivery-focused, requiring the ability to independently manage projects, lead small technical teams, and maintain strong relationships with federal stakeholders while meeting utilization and contract performance expectations.

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning and executing IT and technical projects in client environments, applying Project Management Institute-aligned project management practices to ensure predictable delivery, high-quality outcomes, and customer satisfaction. This position is well-suited for a disciplined project manager who thrives in a consulting model where accountability, responsiveness, and results are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Billable Performance

• Serve as a billable project manager delivering consulting services directly to clients.
• Manage assigned projects to meet contractual scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Maintain consistent billable utilization in alignment with firm and contract goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to client leadership and project sponsors, providing structured recommendations and problem-solving support.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion when supporting senior stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong customer service mindset while enforcing project discipline and boundaries.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Manage projects involving IT infrastructure, applications, systems modernization, or technical operations.
• Lead end-to-end project management activities across the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with client IT organizations, vendors, and federal oversight entities.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including:
  • Project charters and management plans
  • Integrated schedules and task plans
  • Risk, issue, and dependency logs
  • Stakeholder and communication plans
  • Status reports and executive briefings
• Lead small, cross-functional teams consisting of technical staff, client personnel, and subcontractors.
• Facilitate working sessions, status meetings, and decision briefings with client stakeholders.
• Proactively identify project risks and execute mitigation strategies.

Firm Contribution

• Support continuous improvement of project management tools, templates, and delivery standards.
• Contribute to proposal development, staffing discussions, and work planning as needed.
• Mentor junior staff or project coordinators when assigned.
• Operate effectively as both an individual contributor and team lead in a consulting business environment.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional project management experience, with a strong emphasis on IT or technical projects.
• Prior experience working in a consulting or professional services environment with billable expectations.
• Demonstrated experience supporting DOE or similar federal agencies.
• Solid foundation in PMI-based project management practices and terminology.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Experience leading small teams and coordinating across multiple organizations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including formal client deliverables and briefings.
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, SharePoint, Jira, Kanban boards).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in client environments.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is strongly preferred.
• PMI-ACP, SAFe, Scrum or other relevant certifications considered a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with federal IT governance and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Experience managing projects in secure or regulated environments.
• Active federal security clearance (e.g., DOE L or Q).

Work Environment

This on-site role is performed in client and office settings in Oak Ridge, TN, and involves extended use of a computer and standard office equipment.

What We Offer

Management Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid short-term disability and life insurance; a 401(k) plan with up to a 5% match and immediate vesting; flexible spending accounts; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Management Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Management Solutions is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Disclaimer

This job description conveys the essential scope of the position. It is not a complete list of the skills, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the role.

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.