Sr. Project Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Overview

Remote
On Site
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

PMBOK
Agile
Jira
FAR
DOJ

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Sacramento, CA

Key Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end project management across planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out phases.

Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with program goals and contract requirements.

Act as primary liaison between the client, internal teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Prepare and deliver status reports, briefings, and documentation for both internal and external audiences.

Ensure compliance with all federal, agency-specific, and contractual standards.

Apply project management best practices (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, or Hybrid approaches as appropriate).

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of experience in project/program management, including at least 5 years supporting federal government contracts.

5+ years of experience with SDLC projects.

Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar, multi-year projects.

Exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Project and other project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master s degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field.

Experience working with DOJ or law enforcement-related agencies.

Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and DOJ-specific guidelines.

PMP certification from PMI (or equivalent).

Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe).

Education:

Bachelor s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, IT, Public Administration).

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