Project Manager II

About the role

At Innovas, we are transforming the way government innovates by delivering the mechanisms that turn ideas into action. We bring together the right people, processes, and technologies to accelerate progress where it matters most. With a focus on impact over bureaucracy, collaboration over silos, and solutions over status quo, we are built to act. Our team is made up of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and experts who thrive on tackling meaningful challenges and delivering results. At Innovas, every role contributes to something bigger. Whether you’re supporting technology acquisition, improving processes, or enabling collaboration across organizations, your work helps move critical missions forward.

The Project Manager II (PM) will manage prototype projects and collaborate with the Government Agreements Officer’s Representative (AOR), Government technical experts, and our Performers to support post-award execution goals and objectives. Their talents, perspectives, and efforts will directly contribute to project success and facilitate positive mission outcomes. The dedicated PM shall formulate and enforce work standards such as project life cycle, use existing process flows, and comply with documentation standards. The right PM will work closely with our Performer and Government clients to keep all parties informed of prototype status, identify any potential problems, and troubleshoot any project issues.

Responsibilities

• Leads planning, execution, and monitoring of projects ensuring they meet performance, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Act as a primary liaison between Government and Industry partners, ensuring effective communication.
• Identify and manage risks, track financial performance, and provide updates to key stakeholders.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project progress and success.
• Prepare briefings and compile monthly projects reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement best practices and process enhancements.
• Lead technical and contractual meetings as assigned.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Program Manager.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management or a similar role
• 1+ years of experience working with Government or the Department of Defense (DoD) including delivering briefs or presentations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• PMP/Scrum/Lean Six-Sigma or other related certifications
• Experience working with Other Transaction Authorities
• Familiarity with project management methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility to hold a security clearance, preferred Secret security clearance (with eligibility for Top Secret)

Travel

Travel for this position is estimated up to 10%

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance: The company covers 90% of premiums for both individual and family medical and dental coverage
• Vision Insurance: Fully covered
• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off: Generous time off package that includes PTO, sick time, and paid holidays
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D policy
• Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible & remote work structure that fits how you work best
• Monthly wellness reimbursement benefit & mental health support
• Community sponsorships
• Donation matching
• Professional development allowance