IT Project Manager

Edgewater Federal Solutions is actively seeking a Journeyman IT Project Manager who will be responsible for managing and delivering IT projects of moderate complexity using both traditional (Waterfall) and Agile methodologies. This role involves coordinating resources, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution of technology initiatives that align with organizational goals. The successful candidate will have experience leading cross-functional teams in both structured and adaptive environments, be comfortable facilitating Agile ceremonies, and be equally capable of producing formal project plans and documentation when required. This position has several ONSITE locations for consideration:

Lakewood, CO; Loveland, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Folsom, CA; or Billings, MT.

Lead IT projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, using Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid approaches based on project needs.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, scope statements, risk registers, status reports, and change logs.
• Organize and facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Monitor and manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate with technical and non-technical teams to ensure deliverables meet business and technical requirements.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present project status reports and updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Assist in resource planning, workload balancing, and forecasting.
• Ensure adherence to governance standards, compliance requirements, and contract obligations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to evolve PMO best practices and tools.

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to pass federal background investigation and obtain a Public Trust.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience managing IT projects, including both traditional (Waterfall) and Agile environments.
• Working knowledge of project management frameworks such as PMBOK, Scrum, and SAFe.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting requirements.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Listed below are the physical or mental requirements necessary for the job's performance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions:

• Prolonged periods of computer desk work.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other computer components.
• Speaking and hearing are sufficient to converse and understand conversations, both in-person, telephone, and virtual meetings.
• The cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending.
• Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and the ability to communicate with managers and co-workers.
• Mental aptitude to respond appropriately in high-pressure situations or deadline-driven environments.
• Maintain a professional emotional response when working with others.

This job description reflects management's overview of essential functions and responsibilities. It is not intended to be all-inclusive of job duties that may be assigned.

Salary: $85,000.00 - $88,000.00

Additional benefits include:

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-Tax 401K and/or After-Tax Roth IRA (with employer matching contribution)
• Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement
• Exercise Reimbursement
• Computer Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2024.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.#LI-HH1