Transition Manager

TekSynap; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability plans

Paid vacation time and holidays

Job summary

A fast-growing high-tech company in Washington D.C. is seeking a Transition Manager to manage IT projects for the United States House of Representatives. The role requires strong project management skills, knowledge of government contracts, and a focus on financial oversight. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and relevant project management certifications, alongside 5-8 years of experience in large-scale IT projects.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years’ experience in managing large-scale IT projects or contracts, preferably in a government context.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex IT projects and transitions with strong methodology understanding.
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and address their concerns.
• Lead cross-functional teams and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Project Management Expertise

Contract Knowledge

Technical Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Risk Mitigation

Financial Oversight

Change Management

Team Leadership

Documentation and Reporting

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Project Management Institute certification or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex IT projects, especially transitions, with a strong understanding of methodologies like PMBOK, Agile, and ITIL.

• Contract Knowledge: In-depth understanding of government contracts, including terms, deliverables, performance metrics, and compliance with FAR and other guidelines.

• Technical Acumen: Solid expertise in IT systems, infrastructure, and services, with the ability to assess technical requirements and align them with contract goals.

• Stakeholder Management: Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, address concerns, and maintain positive relationships.

• Risk Mitigation: Skilled in identifying transition-related risks, developing contingency plans, and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

• Financial Oversight: Proficient in budget management, tracking expenses, allocating resources, and monitoring financial aspects of transitions to ensure cost-effectiveness.

• Change Management: Experienced in guiding organizational change during transitions and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

• Team Leadership: Adept at leading cross-functional teams, motivating team members, and resolving conflicts.

• Documentation and Reporting: Capable of maintaining accurate records of transition activities and providing regular progress updates to stakeholders.

• Quality Assurance: Ensures compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements while monitoring service delivery and performance.

• Vendor Coordination: Experienced in collaborating with subcontractors and vendors to meet objectives and ensure timely delivery of services.

• Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Demonstrates the ability to handle unexpected challenges, adapt to changing circumstances, and solve complex problems creatively.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (such as computer science, information technology, or business administration)

• Project Management Institute certification or equivalent certification (PMP, ITIL etc.)

• 5 to 8 years’ experience in managing large-scale IT projects or contracts, preferably in a government or federal context.

Overview

We are seeking a Transition Manager to join our proposal for the United States House of Representatives.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Washington D.C.

• Type of environment: Varies

• Noise level: (Low, Medium, High)

• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Citizenship: US Citizen

Clearance requirement: Capitol Police Background Check

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.