Posted 9 days ago
Project Manager
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Leads cross-functional engineering and software teams to deliver complex technical projects, managing schedules, Agile ceremonies, requirements, risks and stakeholder communication across the full project lifecycle.
About this role
ARES is seeking a Project Manager to support complex technical, engineering, and software development initiatives. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams, drive delivery excellence, and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations across the full project life-cycle. This role requires strong communication skills, proven experience guiding multidisciplinary teams, and a solid background in Agile methodologies and modern project management practices.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams—design, Developers, QA, Product Owners, and stakeholders—to ensure project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met.
- Develop, track, and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project (Primavera experience is highly transferable).
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, track delivery metrics, and ensure adherence to Scrum or hybrid project methodologies.
- Collaborate with Product Owners to refine requirements, develop user stories, and align deliverables with business objectives.
- Create, manage, and update workflows, wire-frames and other documentation as needed.
- Identify, track, and mitigate project risks; escalate issues promptly and propose actionable mitigation plans.
- Manage project scope and change processes to ensure controlled, transparent evolution of deliverables.
- Provide clear, concise communications to team members, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.
- Prepare status reports, dashboards, and project summaries in accordance with NASA standards.
Minimum requirements:
- PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certification.
- Agile certification (CSM, PMI ACP, SAFe) or strong demonstrated Agile experience.
- Experience with multidisciplinary engineering or software development teams.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Experience supporting NASA, DoD, or other federal programs.
- Proficiency with MS Project or similar scheduling tools.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to define scope, manage requirements, and develop well-structured user stories.
- Hands-on experience with Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum or Kanban).
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of interacting with all levels of management and technical/non technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in requirements development and user story creation.
- Strong background in scope management, risk mitigation, and structured project delivery.
- Ability to produce or collaborate on Visio workflows, wireframes, or process visuals.
Education:
- A BS/BA degree in an information technology field related field or equivalent experience in related field.
ARES Benefits:
ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full-time employees may participate in:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA/FSA Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
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