Sr Project Manager PMP with Public Sector experience

eStaffLLC

CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Contract Requirements, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Documentation, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Government, Government, Government Contracts, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Project, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Public Administration, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, ScrumMaster, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), State Government, Status Reports, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, United States Department of Justice (DOJ)
LOCATION
CA
POSTED
Today
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project ManagerPMP Can be located anywhere in California with at least 6 years supporting government contracts (State on CA is preferred) to lead high-visibility and complex project initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in managing large-scale programs within State agencies, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget in accordance with federal guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead end-to-end project management across planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out phases.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with program goals and contract requirements.
  • Act as primary liaison between the client, internal teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and deliver status reports, briefings, and documentation for both internal and external audiences.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, agency-specific, and contractual standards.
  • Apply project management best practices (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, or Hybrid approaches as appropriate).
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Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in project/program management, including at least 6 years supporting government contracts (State on CA is preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience with SDLC projects.
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar, multi-year projects.
  • Exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project and other project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet).
  • PMP certification from PMI (or equivalent).
  • Must have Oracle experience.
          Education: 
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, IT, Public Administration).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field.
  • Experience working with DOJ or law enforcement-related agencies.
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and DOJ-specific guidelines.
  • Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe

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