Project Manager, IT Programs

at  Arc Aspicio

Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting firm that specializes in human capital, data analytics, management, and strategy professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Consultants join our practice focused on mission-critical projects, and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company across multiple projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, diverse, and self-driven professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our homeland security and government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of an inclusive, innovative team.
The Project Manager, IT Programs supports clients in large, complex homeland security and emergency management federal programs. They have at least 10 years of experience in technology and consulting. They have experience using methods to conduct analysis and define solutions, leading technical teams in defining and executing workstreams, directly supporting clients, and understanding how to manage complex projects for the federal government. Ideal candidates have a PMP certification.
IT Project Managers are Project Leaders that have experience structuring workstreams, leading consultants and technologists, and providing consulting, strategy, and strategic communications for the federal government. Ideal candidates bring an innovative mindset, experience managing consulting projects, and a desire to provide trusted advice to clients and stakeholders. They have a strong track record of leading teams supporting complex projects by providing exceptional supervision and management of people, tasks, and deliverables. They understand the information technology lifecycle and have expertise in navigating change management related to technology programs.
Arc Aspicio is currently working in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and, as approved, remotely on a part-time basis. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at the time of employment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10 years of experience in consulting related to large, complex programs with a focus on information technology
• Management of information technology teams that support a range of software, engineering, and technical support activities
• Strong understanding of Agile and incremental software development, with proven oversight, coordination, adherence to federal software development lifecycle methodology, and management of outputs
• Knowledge and experience using Jira to manage software development, backlogs, workflows, and task tracking.
• Oversight of test planning and execution on large software systems
• Capability to review governmental policies and articulate and document engineering and information technology implications
• Experience with data analytics and reporting software, such as Tableau and Power BI.
• Experience gathering requirements, designing, and developing solutions for mission critical projects and activities
• Direct experience on Federal government projects and in complex environments.
• Experience managing all aspects of a consulting project – including client satisfaction, scope, budget, schedule, risk, quality, and stakeholder engagement – with formal project management processes, methods, and tools
• Direct experience with client and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic and mission-critical environment and proven skills in developing strong client relationships
• Ability to integrate efforts across projects and workstreams to achieve client goals in a dynamic environment with demanding stakeholders
• Desire to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment where candidates work directly with senior-level clients and contributing to company growth through new business and strategic initiatives
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person
• Strong interest in homeland security missions (e.g., emergency management, cybersecurity, etc.) and a passion for excellent client satisfaction and collaborating and developing others
• Ability to lead a team in a hybrid environment and work on site with the client
• Clearance: US Citizenship required (no dual citizenship) / ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in technology or consulting or a related field
• Critical Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, resilience, flexibility, and learning-oriented

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PMP certification
  Applying to Arc Aspicio: Our recruiting process is very competitive. Therefore, we ask that you submit a brief, tailored cover letter to tell us what you are looking for in a company and why you would be a great fit for a consulting firm in this role. Cover letters are essential so we can understand your interest and experience relevant to consulting.
  Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
  About Arc Aspicio: Arc Aspicio enhances the future of our nation by creating bold ideas and bringing them to life. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. The company passionately pursues our vision to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients and partners to create solutions using a human-centered approach.
  Our goal is to attract people who love to collaborate and work in a team-oriented environment. Our culture empowers our employees to learn, share knowledge, be leaders in everything they do, and develop strong relationships with their clients and colleagues.
  Our positions are based in the DC metro area and require employees to live in DC, VA, and MD within commuting distance of our client sites and DC office.
  Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As a growing consulting and solutions firm focused on innovation, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/

• Manage complex, high-profile technical task areas for Government clients in consulting and information technology
• Apply consulting and management methods to structure and deliver complex projects
• Manage and control quality and administrative aspects of task areas to align with contract requirements
• Deliver outstanding client service and act as a trusted adviser on organizational capability-building and change initiatives
• Manage a technical team and provide mission and innovation-focused support on management consulting projects for the Federal Government with firm deliverables and deadlines
• Lead initiatives to implement company strategy, grow new business, and develop our capabilities
• Contribute to our company culture, which promotes client-focused teamwork, learning, and helping others to grow and develop