Project Manager/Sr. Consultant

Responsibilities: Lead projects of varying size and complexity through all delivery phases within scope and schedule Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and governance artifacts Prepare status updates and performance reports highlighting milestones, risks, dependencies, and metrics Apply change control and risk management practices to minimize disruption Identify resource needs and coordinate staffing or support as priorities evolve Ensure deliverables comply with federal, state, and agency standards Oversee vendor performance and contract activities from start to finish Conduct gap assessments and root-cause analysis, translating findings into actionable recommendations Facilitate meetings, workshops, and decision-making sessions with diverse stakeholders

Key requirements: Experience leading medium to highly complex projects from initiation to closeout Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations Strong governance, change control, and risk management capabilities Proven vendor management and contract-related oversight Capability to monitor compliance with federal, state, and agency standards Effective communication and ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment clear communication sound judgment stakeholder management project governance risk management change control