Technical Project Manager

Guidehouse Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects across data, analytics, and system implementations. You will coordinate with client stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership to define scope, timelines, and resources, ensuring on-time, on-budget results.

The role requires an active SECRET clearance, a Bachelor's degree, and 5+ years of experience managing technical projects in government or enterprise settings.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of experience managing technical projects.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience tracking budgets and forecasting timelines.
• Ability to work onsite in client environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects across data, analytics, and system implementation workstreams.
• Coordinate between client stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership.
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements aligned to client objectives.
• Monitor day-to-day project activities, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies or project status meetings, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Translate business requirements into actionable tasks and technical requirements for delivery teams.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, providing clear status updates, executive briefings, and performance reports.
• Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support change management efforts, including user adoption, training coordination, and transition planning.

Skills

Security clearance

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Budget forecasting

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family : Technology Consulting

Travel Required : Up to 10%

Clearance Required : Active Secret

What You Will Do :

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects across data, analytics, and system implementation workstreams.
• Coordi nate between client stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership.
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements aligned to client objectives.
• Monitor day-to-day project activities, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies or project status meetings, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Identify , track, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Translate business requirements into actionable tasks and technical requirements for delivery teams.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, providing clear status updates, executive briefings, and performance reports.
• Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle .
• Support change management efforts, including user adoption, training coordination, and transition planning.

What You Will Need :

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• FIVE (5) or more years of experience managing technical projects in a consulting, government, or enterprise environment
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including developers, data engineers, and business analysts
• Experience tracking budgets, managing resources, and forecasting project delivery timelines
• Ability to work onsite in a client environment as required

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• PMP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or other relevant certification (preferred)
• Experience supporting Navy clients or familiarity with Navy operations, systems, or organizational structures (preferred)
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
• Proven ability to manage complex projects involving data platforms, system integrations, or analytics solutions
• Hands-on experience using Jira for project tracking, backlog management, and workflow coordination
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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