Federal Project Manager - Secret clearance or higher

The Federal Project Manager provides leadership and coordination across the engineering development lifecycle — from concept through implementation — for technology products and services. This role involves managing activities, resources, schedules, and budgets to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting federal programs, leading cross-functional teams, and improving program and process efficiencies.

You MUST possess an active Secret government clearance, or higher.

*** This will primarily be remote/work from home, with only some potential travel every now and then to a customer location. This may happen during the initial phases of a new project, just to become familiar with the customer environment, etc.

Salary: 130-140K (pending experience) Potential to be flexible on this.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage federal programs involving multiple functions and project teams focused on engineering development and implementation.
• Oversee customer onboarding to managed service platforms and ensure a smooth transition into operational environments.
• Develop schedules, budgets, critical deliverables, and resource allocation plans to support assigned programs.
• Coordinate activities among internal teams and external development partners; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed to meet objectives.
• Collaborate closely with transition managers, engineering SMEs, and product and portfolio managers to ensure successful project execution.
• Communicate program status, risks, and resolutions to stakeholders and senior leadership; implement corrective actions as required.
• Guide and mentor less-experienced team members to promote growth and team effectiveness.

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing federal projects or programs.
• Proven background in engineering or product development environments is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead matrixed teams and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience developing and executing managed services project plans for federal clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or PMI certification.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Familiarity with modern technologies and industry trends relevant to engineering and managed services.

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered.  Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance.   An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees.  PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.

ABOUT PGTEK:

PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family.

EOE, including disability/veterans