Everforth ECS is looking for a Project Manager to support the Technology Acquisition Management (TAM) group of the US Postal Service's Engineering Systems office in Merrifield, VA.
This position supports the Technology Acquisition Management (TAM) group by supporting the successful planning, tracking, execution, and closure of projects within the USPS Engineering Systems Technology Acquisition Management group, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and standards.
This position requires the ability to work four days per week, onsite, at USPS location in Merrifield, VA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Track project progress, monitor tasks, and report on status to the project team and stakeholders.
- Facilitate project meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, distributing minutes, and tracking action items.
- Support the management of project documentation, including requirements, design specifications, and test plans.
- Assist in identifying and escalating potential risks and issues to the senior project manager.
- Coordinate communication between project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors.
- Support the creation of project reports, presentations, and other communication materials.
- Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies and processes.
- Assist in change management activities and impact assessments.
- Support project closure activities, including documentation archiving and lessons learned.
- Produce and contribute to the following deliverables:
- Updated Project Schedules (e.g., Gantt Charts)
- Project Status Reports (weekly/bi-weekly)
- Meeting Agendas and Minutes
- Action Item Lists and Tracking Reports
- Risk and Issue Logs (updated regularly)
- Project Documentation (e.g., requirements, design docs, test plans, user manuals)
- Communication Plans and Materials
- Lessons Learned Documentation
- Project Closure Reports
Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000
General Description of Benefits
Preferred Qualifications
- US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, IT, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience.
- 2-4+ years of experience in project management in government acquisitions or similar experience in private industry.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, strong communication (written and verbal), ability to work collaboratively, problem-solving aptitude.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana]), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Skills Required
- US citizenship
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, information technology, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 2–4+ years of project management experience in government acquisitions or similar private-industry experience
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Proficiency with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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What We Do
ECS, a segment of ASGN (NYSE: ASGN), delivers advanced solutions and services in cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), application and IT modernization, and science and engineering. The company solves critical, complex challenges for customers across the U.S. public sector, defense, intelligence and commercial industries. ECS maintains partnerships with leading cloud, cybersecurity, and AI/ML providers and holds specialized certifications in their technologies. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, ECS has more than 3,400 employees throughout the U.S. and has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the last five years.
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