Project Manager

M2 Strategy is seeking a mid-level IT Project Manager to support government and commercial clients and firm leadership. The role manages and coordinates complex scientific and technology-related projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, stakeholder collaboration, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple projects and initiatives supporting federal scientific programs, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, mission objectives, and established project goals
• Support project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting across scientific and technology-related initiatives
• Evaluate project requirements, resource availability, dependencies, and readiness for execution, identifying potential gaps and recommending solutions
• Develop and maintain project charters, integrated master schedules (IMS), project plans, milestones, risk registers, and other essential project management documentation
• Coordinate with senior federal officials, scientific leadership, and program stakeholders to communicate project status, address challenges, and support informed decision-making
• Facilitate collaboration among federal stakeholders, scientific subject matter experts, technical teams, and external vendors to support project execution and successful delivery
• Identify and track project risks, competing priorities, resource constraints, and dependencies, proactively escalating concerns and recommending corrective actions
• Support leadership in evaluating project priorities, resolving operational challenges, and identifying opportunities to improve project outcomes
• Navigate complex stakeholder relationships and organizational dynamics while facilitating communication, resolving issues, and maintaining project momentum
• Prepare and deliver project status reports, executive briefings, presentations, and decision-support materials that communicate progress, risks, and recommended actions
• Support the implementation and improvement of project management processes, governance structures, and reporting mechanisms to enhance efficiency, accountability, and project visibility
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies to track deliverables, manage schedules, monitor progress, and coordinate activities across multiple initiatives
• Analyze project performance data, operational metrics, and emerging requirements to identify trends, support planning, and recommend process improvements
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, scientific leadership, contractors, and cross-functional teams to support successful project delivery

Requirements:

• The role supports Federal Government clients, so U.S. Citizenship is required
• BA or BS degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant project management or consulting experience
• Experience managing multiple projects, including developing project schedules, tracking milestones, managing risks, and coordinating deliverables
• Experience with Google Workspace for project management, collaboration, documentation, and reporting
• Experience with Jira or comparable project management and tracking tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Experience preparing and delivering project status reports, briefings, and presentations to senior-level stakeholders
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, executive management, clients, peers, and cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a remote environment
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, identify potential challenges, and recommend solutions with limited supervision while maintaining appropriate communication with leadership
• PMP certification is preferred