Mid-level Project Manager (USDA, Forest Service)

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 is looking for a Mid-level Project Manager to support the USDA, Forest Service PMOSS (Program Managment Office Support Services). The Consultant is responsible for supporting the Project Manager/Team Lead in the development of project artifacts and supports efforts in executing the project approach.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with key activities, tasks, and project artifacts (e.g., presentations, reports, dashboards, training, communications, standard operations procedures) related to the projects.
• Update project schedules including milestones.
• Work collaboratively with team members on work assignments, correct work discrepancies.
• Knowledgeable of PMI and Project Management: project approach, process, and procedure.
• Review and correct work discrepancies.
• Prepare for requirements gathering sessions by reviewing project artifacts; support requirements gathering sessions during facilitation.
• Participate in all aspects of UAT including documenting test plans and test scenarios, executing test scripts, and managing the issue register.
• Actively participates in project team meetings and promptly communicate issues to the Project Manager.
• Capture meeting notes and maintains all project artifacts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, which may include Business or Computer Science with minimum of 1-2 years of project management OR minimum of 6 years of related project management experience.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems creatively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  

Clearance Requirements:

• Willing and able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

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 ITC community, 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; Viqtory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer great benefits – Competitive Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, 401(k) with company matching.

We invest in our employees – Every employee is provided with a stipend to invest in certifications, a master’s degree, or even a doctorate. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, a certification, or attend a conference. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.