Project Manager

About the role

B&A fosters dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition in every aspect of the organization. Since 1988, these values have driven successful delivery for federal customers. The Project Manager will lead, manage, and coordinate all activities required to execute tasks and contract requirements for Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal government customers, serving as the primary liaison between Government stakeholders and contractor personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage activities and associated contract requirements in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Provide day‑to‑day project oversight, planning, execution, and reporting to ensure successful contract performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Government representatives regarding project status, deliverables, risks, and performance issues.
• Coordinate project resources, personnel, schedules, and deliverables to meet contract objectives.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions as necessary to ensure successful execution.
• Develop project plans, schedules, status reports, and executive‑level briefings.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with contractual, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Government and contractor stakeholders to resolve operational, administrative, and technical issues.
• Provide written and oral briefings to senior Government leadership regarding project progress, risks, and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure all work performed meets quality standards, mission requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives and maintain effective communication across project teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing federal government contracts.
• Minimum of 5 years of DoD experience managing and supporting the performance of all applicable PWS tasks.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in any discipline.
• Accredited Project Management certification required (e.g., PMP®, PgMP®, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent).
• Current, final, and fully adjudicated Top Secret security clearance.

Skills

• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and team‑management capabilities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to present information effectively to senior executive audiences.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Experience managing project schedules, resources, budgets, and risks.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced and mission‑critical environments.
• Proficiency in project management tools, reporting systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, contract administration, and project management methodologies.
• Experience supporting large‑scale DoD programs and federal contracts.
• Demonstrated success managing multi‑disciplinary teams in complex operational environments.
• Experience developing executive‑level reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders across Government and contractor organizations.

Company Overview

B&A is trusted by federal, state, and local government agencies, the private sector, and higher education institutions. Notable clients include the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. The company is active in community outreach throughout Northern Virginia, supporting food‑bank drives, book donations, and charitable events, and has received recognition such as the CARE award from Northern Virginia Family Services.

Benefits

• Three individual and family medical plans, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Two tiers of dental coverage and vision insurance.
• Life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Paid time off.
• B&A‑sponsored trainings and certifications.
• Pet insurance benefits.
• Commuter transit benefits.
• Free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution.
• B&A Cares program: 30/60/90‑day wellness check‑ins, personal development, financial management, and stress‑management seminars.
• Formal mentorship program.
• Job shadowing and cross‑training opportunities.
• Brand Ambassador program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more.
• Monthly team‑building events.
• Annual wellness challenges (e.g., #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A).