Technical Project Manager

Sotalent; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Sotalent is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia. The role oversees full project lifecycles for data systems, analytics platforms, and software implementations, acting as the bridge between delivery teams and client leadership to align milestones with strategic goals.

The ideal candidate has an active Secret clearance, at least five years of PM experience in a consulting or government setting, and the ability to work on-site with the client, with

Qualifications

• Active Secret level security clearance required.
• At least five years of technical project management experience in consulting or government.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams of analysts, developers, and engineers.
• On-site work with the client and up to 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Direct planning and delivery of technical workstreams from inception to completion.
• Manage schedules, resources, and budgets for diverse projects.
• Lead Agile ceremonies such as daily standups and sprint reviews.
• Translate high-level business needs into detailed technical requirements.
• Identify and resolve project risks and dependencies.
• Produce executive-level status reports for stakeholders.
• Support organizational change initiatives, including training and user adoption.

Skills

Agile ceremonies

Jira backlog

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Data analytics

Security clearance

Tools

Jira

Job description

A premier technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to join their team in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves overseeing complex digital initiatives within the public sector and requires a candidate with an active security clearance.

The successful candidate will take charge of the full project lifecycle, focusing on data systems, analytics platforms, and software implementations. You will serve as the primary bridge between technical delivery teams and client leadership, ensuring that every milestone aligns with broader strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the planning and delivery of technical workstreams from inception to completion.
• Manage schedules, resource allocation, and budget tracking for diverse projects.
• Organize and lead Agile ceremonies, including daily standups and sprint reviews.
• Turn high level business needs into detailed technical requirements for engineering teams.
• Proactively identify and resolve project risks and dependencies.
• Produce executive level status reports and performance briefings for stakeholders.
• Support organizational change initiatives, including training and user adoption strategies.

Required Qualifications

• You must possess a current and active Secret level security clearance.
• A minimum of five years of experience managing technical projects within a consulting or government environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams of analysts, developers, and engineers.
• Ability to work on site with the client as required, with occasional travel up to ten percent.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CSM, or PMI ACP are highly desirable.
• Prior experience supporting Navy operations or naval maritime systems.
• Expertise in modern project management methodologies including Agile and Waterfall.
• Proficiency with Jira for backlog management and workflow tracking.
• Strong history of managing data integration or complex analytics projects.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and executive audiences.

Compensation and Benefits

• Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Benefits include a 401k retirement plan.
• Benefits include paid parental leave.
• Employees also have access to tuition reimbursement.
• Employees also have access to professional certification support.
• Employees also have access to student loan repayment programs.