Project Manager - Federal Contracting

Project Manager – Federal Contracting

An experienced Project Manager is required to lead the successful delivery of complex federal contracting programmes. This role will oversee projects from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring that contractual obligations, performance standards, budgets and timelines are consistently achieved. The successful candidate will work with internal teams, government representatives, subcontractors and other stakeholders to coordinate delivery and maintain strong professional relationships.

You will be responsible for establishing effective project controls, monitoring progress and identifying risks before they affect delivery. The role requires a confident leader who can manage competing priorities, communicate clearly at all levels and make well-informed decisions in a regulated and highly accountable environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and close-out of federal contracts and associated work packages.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts and performance reports.
• Monitor contractual deliverables, service levels, milestones and compliance requirements.
• Manage project risks, issues, dependencies and change control processes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders.
• Prepare clear management information, client briefings and status updates.
• Support contract reviews, audits, quality assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is delivered in accordance with relevant policies, legislation, security requirements and industry standards.

Skills and experience

Applicants should have proven experience managing projects within federal contracting, government services, defence, technology, infrastructure or a similarly regulated environment. A strong understanding of contract administration, project governance, budgeting and performance management is essential.

• Demonstrable success delivering projects to scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with project management tools, reporting systems and risk registers.
• Ability to interpret contractual requirements and translate them into practical delivery plans.
• Relevant project management qualification, such as PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent, is desirable.

The role may require eligibility for appropriate government security clearance. A proactive, organised and collaborative approach is essential.