[Remote] Project Manager – Government Software Delivery

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Attain Talent is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead software implementation projects for a government client. This role involves end-to-end program execution, balancing Agile delivery practices with contractual commitments and financial accountability, while engaging with executive stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in vendor-led implementations and excel at leading cross-functional teams in public sector environments. Responsibilities 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 Serve as the primary delivery interface with client program leadership, PMO teams, and executive stakeholders Lead regular governance forums including steering committees, executive briefings, and program reviews Provide transparent reporting on project status, risks, schedule performance, and mitigation strategies Establish trusted partnerships with client leadership while maintaining accountability to contractual commitments Ensure project execution aligns with Statement of Work (SOW) requirements and deliverable acceptance criteria Proactively identify and manage scope changes and contractual impacts Maintain traceability between contract requirements, backlog items, deliverables, and acceptance milestones Drive client accountability for required inputs, approvals, testing participation, and decision-making Own project financial performance including budget adherence and staffing forecasts Monitor project health across schedule, scope, cost, and resource utilization Manage subcontractor and vendor performance Implement corrective actions when delivery risks or financial variances emerge Establish strong delivery governance frameworks to manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations Maintain delivery oversight through structured program management tools Ensure projects meet quality standards, security requirements, and compliance obligations Support production readiness, deployment planning, and operational transition Skills 8+ years of vendor-side experience leading complex software implementation or digital transformation programs Project Management Professional (PMP) Proven experience delivering enterprise software systems or cloud platforms in a solution or systems integration environment Experience managing government or public sector technology programs (state, federal, or local) Demonstrated ability to manage large, geographically dispersed, cross-functional delivery teams including engineering, product, and operations Strong experience managing project budgets, delivery schedules, and contractual commitments Experience working within Agile and Hybrid Agile delivery models Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills Experience with health and human services systems or public health technology PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Certified Scrum Master (CSM) SAFe or other enterprise Agile certifications Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer cost‑sharing Company‑paid life and disability insurance A 401(k) plan with a 3% safe harbor employer contribution that is fully vested Generous paid time off that increases with tenure Paid company holidays Annual discretionary bonus Company Overview Attain Talent connects top-tier talent with purpose-driven organizations in nonprofit, education, technology, and government sectors. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https//attaintalent.com/. Apply To This Job