Project Manager – Government Software Delivery

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead software implementation projects for a government client. This role is responsible for end-to-end program execution—balancing Agile delivery practices with contractual commitments, financial accountability, and executive stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in vendor-led implementations, excels at leading cross-functional teams, and thrives in highly governed public sector environments where transparency, quality, and on-time delivery are critical to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery Leadership
  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of enterprise software implementation projects from initiation through production deployment and stabilization.
  • Establish and maintain integrated delivery plans, schedules, and milestones aligned with contractual deliverables and program objectives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including software engineering, data engineering, QA, DevOps, security, and business stakeholders.
  • Drive execution across Agile, Hybrid Agile, and traditional delivery models depending on client requirements.
  • Facilitate Agile delivery practices including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Ensure alignment between Agile development cadence and contractual milestone commitments.
  • Drive disciplined backlog management and release planning.
  • Lead and mentor functional managers, delivery leads, and cross-functional teams.
  • Promote strong delivery culture focused on accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
  • Foster collaboration across geographically distributed teams.
• Client Engagement & Executive Communication
  • Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with client stakeholders at multiple levels including program sponsors and executives.