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
13 days ago
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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