Remote Project Manager (VA ESOM)

Kentro

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project management experience on federal IT programs, especially within VA or large civilian agencies.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business, or related field; additional 8 years of experience may replace the degree requirement for a total of 18+ years.
  • Proven experience managing transitions or program stand-ups under Time and Materials contracts.
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow operations, ITSM, CMDB, or ITOM in a federal environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams of 10+ across multiple concurrent workstreams.
  • Proficiency in project scheduling tools like MS Project or Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

  • Lead overall transition planning and manage schedule across essential workstreams.
  • Act as primary contact for VA IO leadership and the ESOM COR during the transition.
  • Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule, tracking critical milestones.
  • Identify and manage program risks, escalating issues to leadership as needed.
  • Coordinate onboarding and access provisioning in line with VA requirements.
  • Facilitate status meetings and produce clear, timely status reports.
  • Manage scope changes and communicate implications to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including paid time off and healthcare benefits.
  • 401k with employer match and various discount perks.
  • Education reimbursement for certifications and professional development.
  • Flexibility for courses, certifications, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Fun workplace culture with events like happy hours and wellness activities.
  • Commitment to community involvement through charity events.
Full Job Description
Overview

Kentro is hiring for a remote Project Manager to support our Veterans Affairs ESOM contract. The Project Manager leads the end-to-end transition of Infrastructure Operations (IO) SCM, CMDB, and ITOM workstreams onto the Endpoint Support and Operations Monitoring (ESOM) contract. This role is the primary point of contact for VA leadership and responsible for schedule integrity, risk management, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination across three workstreams.

Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours; occasional travel to VA sites as required.

Responsibilities
• Own overall transition planning and schedule management across CMDB, SCM, and ITOM workstreams from June 1 through September 15, 2026.
• Serve as primary Kentro point of contact for VA IO leadership and the ESOM COR throughout the transition period.
• Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule, tracking milestones, dependencies, and critical path across all workstreams.
• Identify, document, and actively manage program risks; escalate blockers to VA and Kentro leadership as appropriate.
• Coordinate onboarding and access provisioning for all transition resources in alignment with VA suitability and GFE timelines.
• Facilitate recurring status meetings, produce written status reports, and maintain up-to-date program documentation.
• Manage scope change requests and communicate impacts to cost, schedule, and staffing to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support final intake processing and work product review in coordination with the VA POC.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project management experience on federal IT programs, preferably within VA or a large civilian agency.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific or technical discipline. An additional 8 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement for a total of 18+ years of experience.
  • Demonstrated experience managing transitions or program stand-ups under Time and Materials contracts.
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow platform operations, ITSM, CMDB, or ITOM in a federal environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear status reporting for both technical and executive audiences.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams of 10+ resources across multiple concurrent workstreams.
  • Proficiency with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
  • Prior experience on T4NG, ESOM, or similar VA enterprise IT contract vehicles.
  • Familiarity with VA onboarding, suitability, and GFE provisioning processes.
  • Experience using ServiceNow SPM or comparable demand/work management platforms for program tracking.

Clearance Requirement:
  • US Citizen or Green card holder
  • Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
  • Must meet updated ID requirements: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/federal-credentialing-services/get-appointment-help/bring-required-documents
    • If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully.


Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].

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