Technical Project Manager - Federal Programs - 27725117-5296

Orchard - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Chicago, IL

Crop Production

About the position

The Technical Project Manager will lead and coordinate technical projects within Orchard LLC, specifically focusing on federal IT programs. This role involves planning, managing tasks and resources, scheduling, and reporting to the federal Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The ideal candidate will have a strong project management background, a PMP certification, and experience delivering successful technical projects in a federal environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage technical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and oversee the execution of project tasks.
• Coordinate and allocate resources efficiently to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with the federal Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to provide updates on project status, progress, and deliverables.
• Monitor and report project performance against established metrics, identifying and addressing any deviations from the plan.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a positive and collaborative project team environment, promoting accountability and transparency.
• Conduct regular project reviews and evaluations to ensure compliance with project objectives and client requirements.
• Facilitate post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in a federal environment.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Experience in creating and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, risk registers, and status reports.
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated success in planning, executing, and delivering technical projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to effectively manage resources and balance competing priorities.
• Experience in reporting project status and issues to the federal Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Adaptable to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Commitment to maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity.