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Technical Project Manager Contract Jobs in Washington

ActioNet, Inc.

Technical Project Manager

Suitland, MD · Hybrid

$178/hr

In this role, the Technical Project Manager will oversee projects that design, develop, and ... Track and report project progress, metrics, and ensure alignment with contract deliverables. * Lead ...

ActioNet

Technical Project Manager

Suitland, MD · Hybrid

In this role, the Technical Project Manager will oversee projects that design, develop, and ... Track and report project progress, metrics, and ensure alignment with contract deliverables. * Lead ...

ActioNet

Technical Project Manager

Suitland, MD · Hybrid

$178/hr

In this role, the Technical Project Manager will oversee projects that design, develop, and ... Track and report project progress, metrics, and ensure alignment with contract deliverables. * Lead ...

Peraton

Technical Project Manager - TELECOM

Herndon, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Manage projects involving global telecommunications networks , including SD-WAN, MPLS, and secure ... Support vendor coordination, contract tracking, and verification of technical deliverables.

Peraton

Technical Project Manager - TELECOM

Bowie, MD · On-site

Manage projects involving global telecommunications networks , including SD-WAN, MPLS, and secure ... Support vendor coordination, contract tracking, and verification of technical deliverables.

Tria Federal

Technical Project Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

The Technical Project Manager will be tasked with supporting interface implementation, deployment ... presence based on contract and client needs. Specific work location expectations will be ...

MANTECH

Technical Project Manager

Herndon, VA · On-site

MANTECH seeks a Technical Project Manager to join our team in Herndon, Virginia . The Technical Project Manager will drive the strategy, design, and execution of our core platform architecture and ...

MANTECH

Technical Project Manager

Herndon, VA · On-site

MANTECH seeks a Technical Project Manager to join our team in Herndon, Virginia . The Technical Project Manager will drive the strategy, design, and execution of our core platform architecture and ...

Peraton

Technical Project Manager - TELECOM

Bowie, MD · On-site

Manage projects involving global telecommunications networks , including SD-WAN, MPLS, and secure ... Support vendor coordination, contract tracking, and verification of technical deliverables.

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How much do technical project manager contract jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical project manager contract in Washington is $133,041.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,700.00 and $152,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by technical project managers working on a contract basis?

Technical Project Managers on contract often need to quickly adapt to new organizational cultures and processes, which can present a steep learning curve at project onset. They may be tasked with managing multiple stakeholders and high-priority deliverables, all within a defined and sometimes accelerated timeline. Effective communication and adaptability are essential to aligning project goals with both technical teams and business leaders. Despite these challenges, contract roles offer strong opportunities to build diverse industry experience, expand professional networks, and demonstrate versatility in different technology environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a technical project manager contract position?

To thrive as a Technical Project Manager Contract, you need experience in project management, technical knowledge relevant to your industry, and a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within scope and budget. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Microsoft Project, and Agile or Scrum methodologies—as well as certifications such as PMP or Certified ScrumMaster—is highly valued. Strong leadership, stakeholder communication, and problem-solving skills help professionals excel in this role. These competencies enable successful coordination of cross-functional teams and ensure consistent project delivery in fast-paced, contract-based environments.

What is a technical project manager contract?

A Technical Project Manager Contract job is a temporary role where a professional is hired to oversee and manage technical projects within an organization. This role involves coordinating teams, managing project timelines, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards, and aligning projects with business goals. Contract TPMs typically work on a fixed-term basis, often for specific projects or durations, and may be employed by companies directly or through staffing agencies. Their responsibilities include risk management, stakeholder communication, and collaboration with engineering teams to drive project success.

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Technical Project Manager

ActioNet, Inc.

Suitland, MD • Hybrid

$178/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description
ActioNet has an immediate opportunity for a Technical Project Manager that requires a Public Trust suitability determination. In this role, the Technical Project Manager will oversee projects that design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based APIs and automate cloud deployments, manage CI/CD pipelines, and optimize cloud infrastructure for efficiency. This is a Hybrid role - Work locations Suitland, MD and Remote.
 
Salary $178-198K
 
Duties and Responsibilities 
Technical Project Manager - Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. Serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects. Plan project stages and assess business implications for each stage. Monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met.
  • Lead and manage the full lifecycle of engineering projects, from scoping to implementation.
  • Provides leadership and direction in migrating legacy applications to cloud platforms in a FedRAMP environment
  • Oversee the development and execution of contractor-assigned projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timeline, and quality standards. Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority
  • Determines operating approach and ensures the philosophy is translated into action.
  • Provides top management with technical information and recommendations on cloud solutions.
  • Manages budget for equipment and manpower acquisition.
  • Work with technical team to implement Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment tools, automated testing, Cloud, microservices and container-based environments.
  • Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required
  • Prepares project reports for management, client, or others
  • Coordinates project activities with other entities (may include direct interface with customers).
  • Track and report project progress, metrics, and ensure alignment with contract deliverables.
  • Lead project execution using Agile/Scrum and PMP-aligned project management practices, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, milestone tracking, and delivery forecasting.
  • Manage project governance, schedules, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and organizational objectives.
 Minimum Education, Skills & Experience (required):  
  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with eight years of federal government experience
  • 3 years of experience of managing development teams
  • 8 years of Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
  • Work Hybrid out of Suitland, MD
  • Public Trust
ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with strong qualifications and expertise in Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security and IT Managed Services.   With 26+ years of stellar past performance, ActioNet is the premier Trusted Innogrator!
Core Capabilities:
  • Advanced and Managed IT Services
  • Agile Software Development
  • DevSecOps
  • Cybersecurity
  • Health IT
  • C4ISR & SIGINT
  • Data Center Engineering & Operations
  • Engineering & Installation
Why ActioNet?
At ActioNet, our Passion for Quality is at the heart of everything we do:
  • Commitment to Employees: We are committed to making ActioNet a great place to work and continue to invest in our ActioNeters.
  • Commitment to Customers: We are committed to our customers by driving and sustaining Service Delivery Excellence.
  • Commitment to Community: We are committed to giving back to our community, helping others, and making the world a better place for our next generation.
ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for the twelfth year in a row (2014 - 2025). We have a 98% customer retention rate. We are passionate about the inspirational missions of our customers, and we entrust our employees and teams to deliver exceptional performance to enable the safety, security, health, and well-being of our nation.
 
What's in It For You?
As an ActioNeter, you get to be part of an exceptional team and a corporate culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy, and a desire to develop your skills, experience, and career. Are you ready to make a difference?
ActioNet is an equal-opportunity employer and values inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 
 
Full-Time Employees are eligible to participate in our ActioNet's Benefits Program:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Education and Professional Training
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Referral and Merit Recognition Programs
  • Employee Assistance and Identity Theft Protection
  • Paid Holidays: 11 per year
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Disability Insurance
ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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