Senior Project Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager provides leadership and oversight for complex Government and DoD programs supporting mission objectives and organizational priorities. This role is responsible for managing program execution, coordinating resources, overseeing schedules and budgets, and ensuring successful delivery of program objectives across multiple projects or task areas.

The ideal candidate possesses strong program management experience within federal or defense environments, the ability to manage cross-functional teams, and experience supporting senior leadership in high-visibility operational settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale programs and projects
• Support development of program objectives, schedules, and strategic priorities
• Oversee day-to-day program operations, resource allocation, and task management activities
• Monitor technical milestones, budgets, schedules, and overall program performance
• Coordinate with Government leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams to support mission objectives
• Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve operational challenges
• Prepare and deliver program status updates, reports, and executive briefings
• Support technical planning, requirements management, and program integration activities
• Ensure program deliverables are completed within approved scope, schedule, and budget constraints
• Assist with contract management, staffing coordination, and operational planning
• Oversee subordinate project leads and support personnel as required
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration across program teams and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, organizational policies, and management procedures

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing programs or projects within Government or DoD environments
• Supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience supporting and communicating with SES and Flag-level personnel
• Demonstrated ability to manage contract support efforts efficiently and cost-effectively
• Experience overseeing schedules, budgets, staffing, and program execution activities
• Background supporting complex operational, technical, or organizational initiatives
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and multiple project activities

Required Skills

• Program and project management expertise
• Organizational leadership and coordination skills
• Budget tracking and resource management experience
• Risk management and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Stakeholder engagement and team collaboration experience
• Analytical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-visibility environments

Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required

Security Clearance

• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain eligibility throughout employment required

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.