Project Manager II in Washington, District of Columbia at Innovas, Inc.

About Innovas

At Innovas, we are transforming the way government innovates by delivering the mechanisms that turn ideas into action. We bring together the right people, processes, and technologies to accelerate progress where it matters most.

With a focus on impact over bureaucracy, collaboration over silos, and solutions over status quo, we we're built to act. Our team is made up of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and experts who thrive on tackling meaningful challenges and delivering results. At Innovas, every role contributes to something bigger. Whether you’re supporting technology acquisition, improving processes, or enabling collaboration across organizations, your work helps move critical missions forward.

Join Innovas and help shape the future of government innovation.

Why work at Innovas:

Work on problems that matter.At Innovas, your work directly supports innovation that shapes our nation’s future and delivers solutions with real-world impact.

Be part of something built differently.Our teams are empowered to focus on solving problems, creating value, and exceeding expectations.

Bring ideas to life.Work alongside passionate problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and turning possibilities into progress.

Grow alongside a team of experts.Our people bring diverse experiences from government, military, industry, technology, and entrepreneurship.

In this position, the hired individual will be part of a team supporting NSTXL activities.

Work Location: Hybrid - Commutable DC Metro Area

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI

Employment Type: Full-Time (Contingent)

Job Description:

The Project Manager II will be in charge of managing post-award prototype projects. The PM will collaborate with the Government Agreements Officer’s Representative (AOR), Government technical experts, and our Performers to support post-award execution goals and objectives. Your talents, perspectives, and efforts will directly contribute to project success and facilitate positive mission outcomes. The dedicated Project Manager shall formulate and enforce work standards such as project life cycle, use existing process flows, and comply with documentation standards. The PM will work closely with our subcontractors and Government clients to keep all parties informed of prototype status, identify any potential problems, and troubleshoot any project issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Coordination and Execution

Assist in planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to meet performance, schedule, and budget requirements. Attend and support technical and contractual meetings for assigned projects. Review contractual documents that affect cost, schedule, and scope of projects. Support project execution by ensuring tasks, timelines, and deliverables are tracked and aligned with project objectives.

Stakeholder Communication and Support

Facilitate effective communication and coordination between government clients, consortium members, and other stakeholders. Keep stakeholders informed of project status and key updates. Ensure clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders involved in project execution.

Risk and Issue Management

Identify and assess project risks and assist in developing and implementing mitigation strategies. Escalate risks and issues appropriately to support timely resolution.

Financial and Performance Tracking

Track and report on project budgets, expenditures, and financial performance. Provide financial updates and projections to stakeholders. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project financial tracking and reporting.

Reporting and Process Improvement

Generate and present project reports to internal and external stakeholders. Support continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.

Qualifications Expected for Position:

Required Education/Clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, or related field. Active TS/SCI clearance

Required Experience and Abilities

3+ years of experience in Project Management or a similar role. Experience working with Government or the Department of War (DoW). Demonstrated strong oral communication skills and very strong writing skills. Strong attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities and support project execution in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

PMP, Scrum, Lean Six-Sigma, or other related certifications. Experience working with Other Transaction Authorities. Familiarity with project management methodologies.

Location:

DC Metro Area, MD, VA only as this is a hybrid position that needs the ability to commute to ad hoc meetings at location

Travel:

Travel for this position is estimated up to ≤10%

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $110,000

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Innovas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

What We Offer:

We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include:

Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage Vision Insurance: Fully covered Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4% Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, federal holidays, floating holiday + your birthday, and generous vacation Other: Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid Voluntary Life Flexible & remote work structure Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support Community sponsorships Donation matching Professional development allowance

If you need any accommodation for the interview process, please let us know when we contact you. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a standard background check.

The pay range for this role is:80,000 - 110,000 USD per year(DC Metro Area)