Project Manager & Budget Lead (VA ESOM)

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and effective solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.   

IT Concepts, Inc. (ITC) is seeking an experienced Project Manager & Budget Lead to support our VA-ESOM- End Point Support and Operations Monitoring contract across the United States. The Project Manager must have experience managing Information Technology related projects. Must be well versed in life cycle and project management methodologies. Must have experience in tracking budget, costs, schedules and performance progress. Must be able to identify and mitigate risks. 

Responsibilities: 

• Project and Budget 

• Drive all assigned tasks through to completion, and adhere to schedules, budgets, and scopes. 

• Develop project charters, project management plans, facilitate kick-off and status meetings, and maintain clear communication about project expectations, progress, exceptions and resources. 

• Conduct regular formal reviews with both project sponsors and the Portfolio Manager. 

• Develop and maintain project plans, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and schedules. 

• Monitor and responsible for project milestones, identify potential schedule risks and issues, and manage cost, resources, schedules, and technical challenges. 

• Notify management of any critical issues and develop mitigating plans. 

• Participate in the development of project standards and procedures with Portfolio manager. 

• Manage approved change orders, track project metrics, and take corrective actions as needed 

• At the completion of each project, provide a Project Completion Status Report detailing objectives achieved, project metrics, and stakeholder feedback. 

• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration 

• Collaborate with Agency and ESOM Business Operations Team members to provide wholistic picture of ESOM Business Operations including but not limited to: 

• Project overview of IT asset management and logistics including remediation efforts and periodic audit outcomes. 

• Asset and Account control Center Dashboard (Power BI) 

• Demonstrating a commitment to quality and customer support through regular communication, feedback collection, metric/KPI, and tracking progress of program, roadmap, financials, budget, success factors, compliance, AES Score as agreed with agency. 

• Ensure escalation paths are up to date and followed for specifications and dependencies to maintain baseline 

Location: This position can be performed in a remote working environment and will be supporting Eastern Time working hours. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, systems, business or related scientific /technical discipline. (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education) 

• 10 years of relevant Project Leadership experience in IT project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall and /or Hybrid) and stakeholder management (e.g. Weekly Progress reports, Workplan). 

• Experience in tracking costs, schedule and performance progress. Must be able to identify and mitigate risks. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with sharp attention to detail. 

• Effective communication, collaboration, organization, and coordination and across multiple levels to ensure consistent and unified messaging in large organizations. 

• Expertise in managing high-pressure situations, crafting messaging during crises, and mitigating communication risks. 

• Ability to work with Teams, but self-motivated to complete projects on your own. 
• Active PMP or equivalent Certification  

Preferred: 

• Experience supporting a federal client. 

• Section 508 conformance experience or knowledge 

• Experience with developing long-term asset management strategies and roadmap that align with agency objectives, anticipate challenges, adapt to changing conditions, and congressional communication requests. 

Clearance requirements: 

• Able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
• US Citizen or Green Card holder. 

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. 

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. 

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

AAEO & VEVRAA

ITC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and/or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

ITC maintains a strong commitment to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an affirmative action plan that outlines our commitment to the recruitment, hiring, and advancement of protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary, and it will not impact your eligibility for employment.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@useitc.com.