Project Task Manager

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking a Project Task Manager to lead IT modernization initiatives for the FHWA Office of Information Technology Services. You will provide governance, program management, and portfolio oversight in a federal IT environment.

The role emphasizes agile IT project management, collaboration with government stakeholders, and delivering technical and managerial support across multiple FHWA initiatives. This position offers competitive compensation and DC-area responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of work experience in program and portfolio management.
• Strong written and oral communications abilities.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DOT Public Trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support services in the areas of project management and operations management.
• Deliver a comprehensive range of technical and professional services to support FHWA’s program management requirements, including governance strategies and integrated IT projects.
• Assist in planning, designing, developing, implementing, and managing governance strategies, plans, activities, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Support customers in implementing and maintaining governance strategies, plans, activities, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support the implementation of program and project management tools and capabilities.
• Assist in analysis, planning, design, development, selection, implementation, integration, and maintenance of project or program management tools such as resources, costs, risks, etc.
• Monitor performance, track/report trends, analyze issues and advise on corrective action plans for schedule, scope, and cost.
• Provide guidance on maintaining overall cost, schedule, and scope; perform IT initiative assessments and lessons learned.
• Create deliverables as specified by the COR and/or IT Project Manager.

Skills

Communications skills

DOT Public Trust eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Qinetiq US is looking for a Project Task Manager. This is an opportunity to lead and influence significant innovation and IT modernization initiatives with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Information Technology Services (OITS).

FHWA requires advice and assistance to ensure oversight, coordination, and support for IT initiatives through the organization, including support for the Technology Review Board and the Investment Review Board. As FHWA works to modernize its IT systems and infrastructure, they will need expertise and guidance from experienced project managers, especially those with experience with Agile development.

This position will have the opportunity to provide a comprehensive range of technical and professional services such as portfolio management support and other analytical and process support services to improve FHWA IT program management.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support services in the areas of project management and operations management.
• Provide a comprehensive range of technical and professional services to support FHWA’s program management requirements, including:
  • Providing advice and assistance in planning, designing, developing, implementing, and managing effective governance strategies and integrated IT project
  • Supporting customers in implementing and maintaining governance strategies, plans, activities, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Evaluating, recommending, and supporting the implementation of program and project management tools and capabilities
  • Assisting in the analysis, planning, designing, developing, selecting, implementing, integrating, and maintaining other project or program management tools such as resource, asset, cost, risk, and other management tools.
  • Monitoring performance, track/report trends, analyze issues and advise on corrective action plans regarding overall schedule, scope, and cost.
  • Providing advice on maintaining overall cost, schedule, and scope Performing IT initiatives performance assessments, conducting lessons learned
  • Creating optional deliverables as specified by the COR and/or Information technology Project Manager (ITPM).
• Provide advice and assistance that is based on Government and industry best practices in the areas of program and project management.
• Support development of a Program/Project Management Plan for each assigned project
• Develop and provide a Monthly Status Report
• Create and maintain a Quality Management Plan
• Maintain full and open communications with this Task Order Contracting Officer’s Representative, system owners, FHWA IT leadership and staff, and all other relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively and proactively with other contractors.
• Develop and maintain a Communications Plan that addresses communications methods, lines of communication, and how relationships will be maintained

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Minimum of 8 years work experience in Program and Portfolio Management
• Strong written and oral communications abilities
• Ability to obtain/maintain DOT Public Trust

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• CSM certification
• Experience with Agile IT project management and/or Scrum Management
• Knowledge of/experience with the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform act (FITARA), Clinger Cohen Act, Government Performance Results Act, Paperwork Reduction Act, the Privacy Act, the EGovernment Act, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars and Memoranda

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $120,000USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

Company EEO Statement

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.