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Apex Companies

Sr Project Manager - IH

Rockville, MD · Hybrid

Are you an experienced Industrial Hygiene professional looking to lead impactful projects while helping grow an established practice? Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our ...

Apex Companies

Sr Project Manager - IH

Rockville, MD · On-site

Are you an experienced Industrial Hygiene professional looking to lead impactful projects while helping grow an established practice? Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our ...

Actalent

Civil Project Manager

Herndon, VA · Hybrid

$110K - $147K/yr

Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain a PE license (highly preferred). Additional Skills & Qualifications * Previous experience managing project teams and mentoring junior ...

Actalent

Civil Project Manager

Herndon, VA · Hybrid

$110K - $147K/yr

Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain a PE license (highly preferred). Additional Skills & Qualifications * Previous experience managing project teams and mentoring junior ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Professional, you need strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk assessment, often supported by a relevant degree and experience. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, is typically required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder expectations effectively. These abilities are crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the desired quality standards.

What is the difference between Project Professional vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject ProfessionalProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMP, CAPM, or similar project management certificationsTypically no formal certifications required, but some may have CAPM or similar
Work EnvironmentLeads projects, manages teams, responsible for planning and executionSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks, assists in scheduling
ResponsibilitiesDevelops project plans, manages resources, monitors progressCoordinates meetings, updates documentation, tracks project activities

Project Professionals focus on managing and leading projects, requiring certifications and strategic oversight. Project Coordinators support these efforts through administrative and logistical tasks. Both roles are essential in project management but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How does a project professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project lifecycle?

As a Project Professional, you'll regularly work with cross-functional teams that may include engineers, designers, marketers, and stakeholders. Effective collaboration involves facilitating clear communication, organizing regular status meetings, and ensuring everyone is aligned on project goals and deadlines. You'll often be responsible for resolving conflicts, managing expectations, and integrating feedback from various departments. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to coordinate diverse perspectives and keep the project on track.

What is a project professional?

Project Professionals are individuals who specialize in planning, executing, and overseeing projects within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget, while meeting the desired objectives. Project Professionals can include project managers, coordinators, and other roles that use project management methodologies and tools to guide teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Their work is essential in industries such as construction, IT, healthcare, and more, ensuring efficient and successful project delivery.
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Infographic showing various Project Professional job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Professional Project Manager - Mid Level

Guidehouse

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Guidehouse rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Family:
Capital Projects & Infrastructure
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Clearance Required:
Active Top Secret (TS)
What You Will Do:
The Professional Project Manager - Mid Level will assist the client with oversight and overall management of their assigned projects. Functional responsibilities will be that of a Project Manager with a broad based knowledge of lease activity, construction trades, and facility maintenance. Thus a PM with a facilities background will be most appropriate for this role. This position description provides a baseline of technical areas of the Professional Project Manager - Mid Level; however this list does not restrict performance requested on other related assignments. The general responsibilities of the Professional Project Manager - Mid Level are as follows, to include but not limited to:
  • Attend regular and special project meetings as required. Meetings may be at the project site or nearby offices. Meetings may be in person, conference calls or video teleconferences.
  • Create and update project reports and communications on regular schedules and as needed to support special requests. Reports/communications will include all project information related to scope, schedule, budget, issues, and other relevant information. Reports/communications may include charts and pictures.
  • Create, set-up and maintain a project filing, record keeping and documentation system. Update the various Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) that may be used on each project to include client and other government systems.
  • Provide overall project management functions to include monitoring and controlling the project and communicating across all project stakeholders, initiating the project, planning the project, executing the project and closing the project
  • Works with the client to develop annual budgets for operating and capital expenses.
  • Oversees projects, including tracking metrics and updating logs, leads meetings, user needs and schedules are met.
  • Responsible for accountability of projects, performs project tracking, adopts project management best practices, promotes customer involvement, applies lessons learned from recent projects, enforces effective change control, developing contingency planning and providing recommended solutions, exemplifies project management development and manages project priorities.
  • Manages leases for a portfolio of properties by responding to tenant needs, ensuring that administrative and building technical staff resolve problems promptly. Recommends alterations, maintenance, and reconditioning as necessary. Coordinates tenant move-ins and move-outs, and "walk-through" spaces with tenants.

What You Will Need:
  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
  • Bachelors degree; FOUR (4) years of additional relevant experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
  • FIVE (5) or more years of experience in a construction, architecture, or engineering related field.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Industry Project software packages to include but not limited to latest versions of Microsoft Project, Primavera, Auto CADD, Revit, Prolog, etc.

What Would Be Nice to Have:
  • Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, or other related field. Professional certifications preferred, e.g., Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or an active Real estate license.
  • Superior communication and organization development skills.
  • Ability to conducts full range of project and program analysis.
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
  • Ability to solve complex problems involving several options in situations.
  • Advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective professional/customer relationships.
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must be knowledgeable of construction disciplines, to include civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering and information technology principles.
  • Broad-based understanding of project management with strong planning, problem solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain overview of entire project while continuing to attend to detailed technicalities.
  • Capable of independent decision making, possess a high degree of individual initiative, and be able to function with no supervision.
  • In-depth knowledge of US Government Secured Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) construction.
  • Experience with Project Management of Federal Government facilities projects.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with strong leadership, project management, team building and presentation skills required.
  • Demonstrated experience in project leadership and team management.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency and industry/project software packages to include but not be limited to latest versions of (PM Prolog, Newforma, Microsoft Project, Primavera, RS Means, Buzz saw or other cloud-based construction management protocols, etc.).
  • Fluent in project management principles and how to implement Project Management principles.
  • Ability to analyze all relevant project-related information and communicate project status and major issues in writing or verbally.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, interpret contract terms and conditions, working knowledge of construction project management scheduling, communication skills, intermediate computer skills and Leadership skills.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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