Senior Project Manager

Transform technology into opportunity as a Senior Project Manager with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Project Manager you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Project/Task Manager joining our team to support our Federal Customer in the National Capitol Region.

Responsibilities

• Applying subject matter expertise in evaluating, implementing, and maintaining technologies and processes based on knowledge of best practices. 
• Identifying areas where solutions would improve business or IT performance. 
• Recommend technical solutions related to specific technologies that will meet business and IT requirements. 
• Utilize subject matter expertise to guide IT developers/teams during the so􀅌ware development life cycle. 
• Determine whether technical solutions conform to defined requirements. 
• Verify reference information, including user guides, training materials, and system requirements. 
• Ensure accuracy of deliverables prior to distribution to end-users. 
• Communicate regularly with all relevant stakeholders. 
   

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science or related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.
• 10+ years of related experience
• 5+ years of experience with Agile and Waterfall projects
• 5+ years of experience with SharePoint, JIRA, and MS Project or related toolsets
• Industry Standard Project Management Certification such as PMI-PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM,

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• A senior project manager should have strong leadership skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of project management methodologies. They should also possess the ability to work well under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Anticipates future customer, industry, and business trends and applies this understanding to complex problems to meet project objectives.
• As appropriate, challenges the validity of given procedures and processes with a view toward enhancement or improvement. Analyzes information and situations and implements actions independently and or through the management team, to ensure project objectives are met.
• Analyzes new and complex project related problems and creates innovative solutions involving finance, scheduling, technology, methodology, tools and solution components.
• Effective organizational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to handle simultaneous assignments and meet stringent deadlines
• Proven analytical skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures used in Project Management
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word
• Timeline/schedule driven

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
•    401K with company match
•    Comprehensive health and wellness packages
•    Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
•    Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
•    Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
•    Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays