Project Manager - Scheduling

CACI International Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc in Maryland is seeking a Project Manager - Scheduling to lead cutting-edge research and engineering projects that support national security missions. You will shape PM practices across diverse technical domains, collaborating with engineers and SMEs while introducing modern methodologies to drive mission success.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary projects from concept to delivery, guiding cross-functional teams across labs, refining scheduling processes, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance or Active Secret with ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 3-5 years of relevant project planning/management experience or equivalent
• PMP or CAPM certification strongly preferred
• 3+ years of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) experience
• Experience managing technical or engineering projects in a government contracting environment
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and ability to introduce/adapt these practices
• Experience with project management tools such as GitLab, MS Planner, or MS Project
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven stakeholder management experience
• Ability to work effectively with highly technical and cross-functional teams
• Experience developing and managing: technical reports, client presentations, status reports, risk docs, requirements traceability and lessons learned

Responsibilities

• Oversee R&D projects spanning multiple technical disciplines
• Lead cross-functional teams distributed across multiple labs from conception to delivery
• Establish and refine project management processes while working hands-on with state-of-the-art technologies
• Guide projects through lifecycle ensuring milestones and deliverables are met
• Develop and maintain IMS-based schedules, risk logs and status reports
• Communicate with stakeholders and management to align on scope, risks and priorities
• Ensure compliance with government requirements and contracting norms

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

PMP or CAPM certification

IMS scheduling experience

Government contracting experience

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Strong communication

Team coordination

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

GitLab

MS Project

Microsoft Planner

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Scheduling

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Project Manager to lead and shape project management practices for cutting-edge innovation and engineering projects that support critical national security missions. You'll have the opportunity to work across diverse technical domains, collaborating with subject matter experts and highly skilled engineers while introducing modern project management methodologies to drive mission success.

Responsibilities:

As a Project Manager, you'll oversee research and development projects spanning multiple technical disciplines. You'll work with small to medium-sized cross-functional teams distributed across multiple labs on campus, guiding projects from conception through delivery. This role offers the unique opportunity to establish and refine project management processes while working hands-on with state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance, or Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Bachelor's degree in a related field + 3-5 years of relevant project planning/management experience (or equivalent combination).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or CAPM certification strongly preferred, demonstrating a foundation in PM concepts.
• 3+ years of demonstrated Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) experience
• Experience managing technical or engineering projects
• Experience managing projects in a government contracting environment and understanding of government requirements management
• Demonstrated experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and ability to introduce and adapt these practices
• Experience with project management tools such as GitLab, Microsoft Planner, or MS Project
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven stakeholder management experience
• Ability to work effectively with highly technical and cross-functional teams
• Experience developing and managing:
• Technical reports and documentation
• Client presentations and briefings
• Status reports and project tracking
• Risk management documentation
• Requirements traceability and management
• Lessons learned and after-action reports

Desired:

• Engineering or technical degree
• Experience contributing to resource planning and ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) estimates
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes or federal compliance frameworks
• Experience managing geographically distributed teams across multiple facilities
• Experience with Confluence, SharePoint, or similar collaboration platforms
• Change management or organizational transformation experience

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 customers' 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:

$75,200 - 158,100 USD

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.