Senior Project Manager

Description

Senior Project Manager

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager provides executive-level leadership and oversight for large-scale, mission-critical programs supporting Government and DoD objectives. This role is responsible for directing complex multi-year initiatives, managing program execution, and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, operational goals, and stakeholder expectations. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading complex programs within federal or defense environments, strong strategic planning capabilities, and the ability to manage technical, financial, and operational performance across multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale programs and project portfolios
• Establish program objectives, priorities, and long-range strategic plans aligned with mission requirements
• Oversee program schedules, technical milestones, budgets, and cost performance metrics
• Direct program execution activities to ensure successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
• Coordinate with Government leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams to support program objectives
• Develop and manage program strategies, resource planning, and operational priorities
• Monitor program performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Provide executive-level status updates, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership
• Support requirements definition, technical planning, and program integration activities
• Manage high-impact issues and ensure timely resolution of program challenges
• Coordinate funding, staffing, and infrastructure requirements necessary for program success
• Oversee subordinate project managers, program leads, and support personnel
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, organizational policies, and management standards
• Promote effective communication, collaboration, and accountability across program teams

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience managing large-scale programs or projects within Government or DoD environments
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience
• Experience supporting and communicating with SES and Flag-level personnel
• Proven ability to manage complex contracts efficiently and cost-effectively
• Experience overseeing program schedules, budgets, staffing, and performance management activities
• Background supporting enterprise-level initiatives, systems development efforts, or advanced technology programs
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple project activities simultaneously

Required Skills

• Program and project management expertise
• Strategic planning and organizational leadership capabilities
• Budget management and cost control experience
• Risk management and problem-resolution skills
• Strong decision-making and operational oversight abilities
• Executive-level written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in high-visibility environments
• Stakeholder engagement and team coordination experience
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools

Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required

Security Clearance

• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain eligibility throughout employment required

More About B&A

Notable Clients

B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include 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.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.