Project Manager

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! Position Overview The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing a variety of projects within the organization, ensuring successful execution in alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations. This role includes personnel management, financial oversight, and direct interaction with DoD clients and military stakeholders. The Project Manager applies project management best practices and Agile methodologies to guide teams, allocate resources, mitigate risks, and deliver high‑quality outcomes. The ideal candidate is an organized, detail‑oriented leader with strong communication skills and a proven ability to manage technical and cross‑functional teams. What you'll do: Oversee and manage multiple projects across technical and operational domains Lead personnel management activities, including team performance, tasking, mentorship, and conflict resolution Manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation Collaborate closely with DoD clients and military personnel to understand requirements, address challenges, and ensure project alignment with mission needs Apply project management best practices and Agile methodologies to plan, execute, monitor, and deliver projects Track project performance metrics and implement corrective actions when needed Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved on schedule Prepare and deliver regular project status updates, reports, and briefings to leadership and stakeholders Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address project issues Ensure all project activities adhere to organizational policies, security requirements, and client expectations What you'll need: 3 years of experience in Project Management or equivalent successful military experience 2 years of experience managing projects such as software development, communications or intelligence systems, or IT‑related projects in a cloud hosting environment Experience with project financial management including budgeting and resource planning Familiarity working with DoD clients or military personnel, understanding mission requirements and operating environments Bonus Points if you have: AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification PMP Certification Experience with Agile frameworks Prior experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) organizations Strong communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment Experience managing cloud, IT, or mission‑critical technical projects Clearance Must possess an active TS/SCI‑level security clearance As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide ... (truncated, view full listing at source)