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PROJECT MANAGER 2 POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of technology projects within a complex, matrixed program environment. This role operates under the guidance of the Program Manager and serves as the primary coordination point between functional teams, program leadership, and vendors to ensure project outcomes are achieved within scope, schedule, and budget. This is a hands-on delivery role suited for a motivated project management professional who brings strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to work effectively across business and IT teams.

We are looking for a solid project manager who can ramp up quickly and deliver results. TOP 3 MUST-HAVE CAPABILITIES Demonstrated ability to manage projects of low-to-moderate complexity through the full project lifecycle - initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout. Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain project plans, track milestones, manage scope, and keep teams aligned with program controls and governance expectations.

Clear, professional communication skills - able to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences and engage effectively with functional leads, business owners, and program leadership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and ensure the timely completion of multi-discipline IT projects of low to moderate complexity and scope. Provide leadership throughout the full project lifecycle using appropriate project management methodologies and tools.

Oversee project teams in planning, tracking, and execution; facilitate transfer of operations and maintenance activities at project completion. Develop and maintain project charters, project management plans (PMPs), schedules, and other technical documentation to a professional standard. Coordinate activities of technical personnel and collaborate with IT staff on delivery of specific products and projects.

Identify, document, and manage project-level risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate cross-workstream or program-level impacts as needed. Partner with customers to define expectations, solve problems, and establish mutual responsibilities. Coordinate with business owners, functional SMEs, and technical teams to support readiness and adoption.

Translate project management concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences both within and outside of IT. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication and leadership skills with demonstrated problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability. Working knowledge of IT environments and software development methodologies, tools, and processes.

Ability to produce professional project charters, project plans, and other technical and project documents. Ability to partner with customers to solve problems while defining expectations and mutual responsibilities. Ability to translate project management terminology for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities. Proficiency with standard project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or equivalent). EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred

Experience: 4+ years of project management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to IT project delivery. Certification: PMP, Scrum Master Certification (CSM), SAFe, or equivalent Agile credential. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience leading diverse development teams across different organizational contexts (varying team sizes, co-located vs.

distributed, Agile vs. Waterfall). Experience working in a hybrid methodology environment (Agile and Waterfall combined).

Experience in technical writing, editing, and preparing and delivering formal and informal presentations. Familiarity with project management in government, federal agency, or regulated industry environments. DOE "Q" security clearance or eligibility to obtain one is a plus but not required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE Highly organized with the ability to balance detailed task execution with broader program alignment. Strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivery outcomes. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity across teams.

Proactive, collaborative, and effective at building strong partnerships across business, IT, and vendors. Able to onboard quickly and operate with limited direction in a fast-moving program environment. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position.

Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management.

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9am - 4pm 237 High Gate Loop Aiken, SC 29803 Value Added Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug-free work environment.