Task Order Project Manager

Job Type Full‑time Description Task Order 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 B&A is looking for a Task Order Project Manager to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, you will serve as the project manager for a large, complex task order (or a group of task orders affecting the same system) and shall assist the Program Manager in working with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), the task order‑level Task Order Managers, Government management personnel and customer agency representatives. Under the guidance of the Program Manager, the Task Order Project Manager (TOPM) is responsible for the overall management of the specific task order(s) and ensuring that the technical solutions and schedules in the task order are implemented in a timely manner. Responsibilities Manage the day‑to‑day operations of one or more complex federal task orders, ensuring all technical, schedule, and cost objectives are met. Serve as the primary point of contact with the Government Task Order Manager (TOM), Contracting Officer (KO), and other key stakeholders. Support the Program Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing project activities across multiple functional teams. Oversee project scope, deliverables, and timelines to ensure on‑time, high‑quality performance. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and risk management documentation. Monitor project performance and provide regular status reports, briefings, and updates to government leadership. Ensure compliance with all contractual, security, and quality requirements. Manage and coordinate technical staff, subcontractors, and resources to achieve project goals efficiently. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating when necessary to the Program Manager or KO. Drive continuous improvement in project execution, communication, and stakeholder satisfaction. Facilitate effective communication between technical, management, and client teams to ensure alignment and transparency. Education And Experience BS or BA or four (4) additional years of related experience. Required Skills Must have Project Management certification (i.e. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, other recognized certification, etc.). Five (5) years relevant experience and 5 years of leadership experience with progressively higher responsibility in a DoD environment. Desired Skills Experience managing federal government task orders or large‑scale IT projects. Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes, contract management, and task order execution. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage multiple concurrent priorities. Excellent stakeholder communication and client relationship management skills. Strong risk management, budgeting, and scheduling expertise. Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and project performance tracking metrics. Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. Proficiency in MS Project, Jira, or other project management tools. Demonstrated ability to develop reports, briefings, and presentations for executive or government leadership. Knowledge of federal IT security, compliance, and quality standards. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills under tight deadlines. Ability to mentor and motivate technical teams in a complex, matrixed environment. Prior experience working with or supporting DoD or federal IT systems preferred. Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one preferred. Security Clearance Active Secret Clearance. 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. 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