3-5+ years of project or program management experience (government/public sector preferred)
Proficiency with MS Project and building project plans; experience with Smartsheet, Jira, or similar PM tools; CostPoint experience; burn rate management
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; experience communicating with clients in formal meetings (PMRs)
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Public Policy, Communications, or related field (or equivalent)
Requirements:
Serve as the primary liaison between Blue Sky and state government client stakeholders; manage communications and stakeholder expectations
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and reports; track timelines and provide status updates to leadership and internal teams
Validate and reconcile Blue Sky program invoices; monitor burn rates and project costs
Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors; manage risks, dependencies, changes, and issue resolution; ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Job description
Project/Program Coordinator - MUST LIVE IN THE DMV AREA
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions seeking an experienced Project/Program Coordinator to assist and deliver complex projects with state government clients. This role requires a strong background in project coordination, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate the unique needs of government stakeholders. The candidate will serve as the primary point of contact, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with compliance and regulatory requirements
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serving as Blue Sky's primary liaison between our organization and state government client stakeholders.
Validating and reconciling Blue Sky program invoices
Tracking project timelines and updating leadership and other internal teams with status reports on a scheduled and as-needed basis.
Research and submit bid proposals and contract applications.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and reports.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to meet project objectives.
Manage risks, dependencies, and change requests while maintaining project quality.
Escalating issues appropriately and driving the resolution of issues and conflicts internally and with other vendors/stakeholders where applicable.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Complete all administrative tasks required to perform above duties on time and within parameter
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
3-5+ years project or program management experience
Experience with MS project, building project plans.
Experience with Costpoint experience
Experience managing and calculating burn rates on project funds
Experience communicating with clients in formal meetings (PMRs)
Experience attending BD events
Experience with auditing expenses
Experience coordinating or managing an IT project/program
Experience with MS project, building project plans
Experience managing and calculating burn rates on project funds
Proven success delivering projects on time and within budget.
Experience communicating with clients in formal meetings (PMRs)
Strong understanding of state government procurement processes, compliance requirements, and reporting standards.
Experience attending BD events
Experience with auditing expenses
Experience with coordinating or managing an IT project/program.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Must have Costpoint experience
Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar).
Must have strong communication skills (interpersonal, written, and oral)
Must be flexible, have organization abilities and the ability to positively interact with individuals in a fast-paced environment.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
5+ years of project account management experience, preferably with government or public-sector clients.
Preferred Secret or TS clearance
Previous experience working with state, local, or federal agencies
Experience managing IT, digital transformation, or infrastructure projects in the public sector.
Knowledge of state-level policy, regulatory frameworks, and contracting processes.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required in Business Management, Human Resources, Public Policy, Communications, or related degree
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
Remote – Must live in the Washington, DC metro area
TRAVEL
10-20%, occasional onsite client visits
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must successfully complete a background screening
Why Join Us
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting state governments in delivering critical programs and services.
Collaborative work environment with professional growth opportunities.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
About Blue Sky Blue Sky Innovative Solutions (Blue Sky) assists its federal, state and local, and commercial clients with solving their toughest challenges in the areas of IT Infrastructure Support and Engineering; Application Development and Maintenance; Program and Project Management; and Management Consulting. Find out more about Blue Sky at www.bsis-llc.com. Blue Sky is an equal opportunity employer and recruits mission-oriented, proactive, skilled candidates from across the United States. As an SBA certified HUBZone small business, Blue Sky has a special interest in recruiting and hiring personnel who reside in HUBZones. To determine whether you reside in a HUBZone, visit http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
