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Techniko LLC

Project Manager

Washington, DC · Hybrid

Tasks and resources are organized in an Agile Scrum framework. This is a hybrid role. Position ... Develop and present project reports to management and stakeholder groups * Oversee the translation ...

MBO Partners

Implementation Project Manager

Ashburn, VA · Remote

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Visio, Project), Salesforce, and project/task management tools Preferred (but not required): * Experience with contingent labor programs, Managed Service ...

Amyx, Inc.

Task Order Project Manager

Reston, VA

Serves as the project manager for large, complex task orders and shall assist the Program Manager in working with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR ...

Amyx, Inc.

Task Order Project Manager

Reston, VA · On-site +1

Overview Serves as the project manager for large, complex task orders and shall assist the Program Manager in working with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer Representative ...

Ariel Partners

Task Order Project Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

The Task Order Project Manager (PM) serves as the primary point of contact for managing large, complex task orders within the Legacy AMPS program. Under the guidance of the Program Manager, the PM ...

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How much do project task manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for project task manager in Washington, DC is $116,297.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,900.00 and $139,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Project Task Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

A Project Task Manager works closely with various departments such as engineering, marketing, and finance to ensure tasks are aligned with overall project goals. They facilitate regular meetings, coordinate task assignments, and communicate updates or obstacles to stakeholders. This role often acts as a bridge between team members, resolving conflicts, clarifying expectations, and ensuring everyone stays on track. Effective collaboration is essential for timely project completion and successful outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Task Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Task Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, experience in project planning, and a background in project management—often supported by a degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management software like Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project, as well as certifications such as PMP or CAPM, is typically required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and adapt to shifting project needs. These skills ensure efficient task execution, timely project delivery, and successful collaboration across stakeholders.

What are Project Task Managers?

Project Task Managers are professionals responsible for organizing, coordinating, and overseeing specific tasks within a project to ensure they are completed on time and within scope. They work closely with team members to assign duties, track progress, and manage resources. Their role is crucial for maintaining project schedules, addressing obstacles, and communicating updates to stakeholders. By focusing on task-level management, they help ensure the overall success of larger projects.

What is the difference between Project Task Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject Task ManagerProject Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees specific project tasks, manages task assignments, tracks progress, ensures deadlines are metSupports project activities, coordinates communication, assists with scheduling and documentation
Required SkillsTask management, time management, basic project planning, communicationCommunication, organization, scheduling, administrative skills
CertificationsOften PMP or CAPM, relevant project management certificationsLess formal certifications, often related to administration or coordination
Work EnvironmentTypically in project teams, on-site or remote, within various industriesOffice-based, supporting project teams across industries

While both roles support project execution, the Project Task Manager focuses on managing specific tasks and ensuring timely completion, whereas the Project Coordinator provides administrative support and facilitates communication within the project team.

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Technical Project Manager (TPM)

Technical Project Manager (TPM)

Empower AI Inc.

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Overview

Empower AI is AI for government. Empower AI gives federal agency leaders the tools to elevate the potential of their workforce with a direct path for meaningful transformation. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Empower AI leverages three decades of experience solving complex challenges in Health, Defense, and Civilian missions. Our proven Empower AI Platform provides a practical, sustainable path for clients to achieve transformation that is true to who they are, what they do, how they work, with the resources they have. The result is a government workforce that is exponentially more creative and productive. For more information, visit www.Empower.ai.

Empower AI is proud to be recognized as a 2024 Military Friendly Employer by Viqtory, the publisher of G.I. Jobs. This designation reflects the company's commitment to hiring and supporting active-duty and veteran employees.

Responsibilities

The Technical Project Manager (TPM) serves as the onsite Site Lead and primary technical liaison to the Government at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (NSGB), with full responsibility for the leadership, supervision, and operational performance of OMC South IT services under the JSP J6 Service Delivery contract. The TPM has direct accountability for managing contract personnel, directing daily work activities, establishing operational priorities, and ensuring secure, reliable IT service delivery across unclassified, classified, and Special Access Program (SAP) environments.

The TPM serves as the Government's single point of contact for all onsite IT operational matters, providing oversight and direction to technical teams responsible for routine IT support, infrastructure sustainment, and incident response. The ideal candidate is an experienced site or team lead who has successfully managed classified IT operations, understands enterprise IT infrastructure, and is comfortable exercising authority over technical staff while engaging senior Government stakeholders.

This position reports to the OMC Program Manager and functions as Deputy Program Manager in their absence, with direct responsibility for site performance, workforce accountability, and mission outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities

 

Site Leadership & Personnel Management

  • Serve as the onsite lead and supervisor for a team of nine (9) technical staff, including service desk, systems, network, and infrastructure personnel.
  • Manage daily tasking, shift schedules, leave coordination, and workload balancing to ensure uninterrupted IT support.
  • Exercise onsite authority to assign work, adjust priorities, and reallocate resources as required to meet operational and mission demands.
  • Provide direct supervision, mentoring, and technical guidance to assigned personnel.
  • Provide performance feedback, contribute to performance evaluations, and recommend corrective actions or recognition as appropriate.
  • Prepare and submit monthly site status reports covering staffing, performance, risks, and accomplishments.
  • Ensure staff maintain required certifications, security compliance, and technical readiness.
  • Foster a professional, disciplined, and customerfocused team culture in a classified environment.

 

Government Interface & Site Representation

  • Act as the primary onsite interface with Government stakeholders for all IT operational matters.
  • Represent the contractor during operational meetings, inspections, and Government engagements.
  • Provide clear, timely communication to Government on service status, risks, and issue resolution.
  • Elevate and manage issues proactively, ensuring effective escalation and closure.

 

Operational IT Oversight

  • Oversee daily IT operations and sustainment for:
    • NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS users (50-200 users).
    • SAP systems during surge operations.
  • Ensure reliable delivery of:
    • Server, workstation, and application support.
    • Service desk operations and incident response.
    • Network, telecommunications, and Inside Plant (ISP) infrastructure.
  • Coordinate with enterprise and external IT organizations to resolve complex incidents.

 

Project & Change Coordination

  • Coordinate execution of Governmentapproved IT projects at the site level.
  • Assign tasks and manage project work performed by onsite personnel.
  • Oversee testing, deployment, transition to operations, and sustainment activities.
  • Ensure operational impacts are planned, communicated, and minimized.
Qualifications

Requirements

  • Shall possess an active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
  • Shall possess a valid passport and be able to meet travel and custody requirements for assignment to NSGB.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, prioritize, and oversee daytoday IT operations in a missioncritical environment.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of operational and project task management, sufficient to coordinate sustainment activities and sitelevel IT projects.
  • Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks under pressure, balancing competing operational demands.
  • Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and direct resolution of desktop, system, and software issues in support of continuous operations.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical and operational information clearly to technical staff and nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Highly selfmotivated and selfdirected, capable of operating as the senior onsite authority with limited supervision.
  • Team oriented leader with demonstrated ability to enforce accountability, foster collaboration, and maintain professional standards among technical personnel. 

Education and Experience

  • Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Management, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent combination of advanced vendor certifications and directly related leadership experience accepted in lieu of degree.
  • Required Technical Experience: 11 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in enterprise endpoint computing, IT systems analysis, or classified network administration.
  • Required Supervisor Experience: 3 or more years in a lead, supervisor, or sitelead role leading and supervising a technical team of 8-12 personnel on a service delivery contract.
  • Required Certifications:
    • ITIL v4 Foundations (within 120 days of start date)
    • DoD 8570 IAT II compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CASP, CISM, SSCP, GSEC, etc.)
  • Preferred certifications: Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Project, or similar leadership/project certification.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the below essential functions:

  • Sitting for long periods.
  • Standing for long periods.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
  • Repeatedly lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds.
About Empower AI

All hiring and promotion decisions at Empower AI are based on merit to bring the best talent available to contribute to our firm's overall success. It is the policy of Empower AI not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. Empower AI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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