Project Manager

As a Project Manager supporting the VA's Office of Suicide Prevention (OSP) under the Elevated Risk Care Management initiative, you will serve as the single contractor point of contact for VHA programmatic requests, overseeing the full lifecycle of a large-scale, mission-critical program aimed at improving care coordination and outcomes for Veterans at elevated risk. This role operates within a complex federal healthcare environment and requires close collaboration with VA clinical leadership, program offices, and cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the OSP's life-saving mission. Your work directly supports the Department of Veterans Affairs' commitment to reducing Veteran suicide through structured, evidence-informed care management solutions.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned program leader who thrives in a highly regulated, mission-driven environment and brings a structured yet adaptive approach to managing competing priorities across large, matrixed organizations. You are a proactive communicator and relationship builder who can translate complex federal requirements into actionable project plans while maintaining accountability across all stakeholders.

Serve as the single contractor point of contact for all VHA programmatic and operational requests related to the Elevated Risk Care Management program, ensuring timely and accurate responses to government stakeholders.

Lead end-to-end program management activities including planning, initiating, executing, monitoring, and closing projects in alignment with the VA Office of Suicide Prevention's strategic objectives and contractual requirements.

Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation including project charters, integrated master schedules, risk registers, status reports, and stakeholder communication plans in accordance with federal program management standards.

Coordinate and facilitate regular program reviews, working group meetings, and briefings with VA leadership, CORs, and cross-functional teams to track progress, surface risks, and drive resolution of programmatic issues.

Monitor program performance against established KPIs and deliverable milestones, identifying variances and implementing corrective action plans to keep the program on track and compliant with contract obligations.

Support continuous process improvement efforts by identifying operational inefficiencies, documenting lessons learned, and recommending evidence-based solutions that enhance care management delivery for Veterans at elevated suicide risk.

Minimum 4 years of experience managing large-scale programs or multi-project portfolios within a large corporation, government agency, or healthcare organization, including full lifecycle management from initiation through closeout.

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business, or a related field required.

Demonstrated experience supporting a federal agency or large healthcare organization, with preferred familiarity with VA, VHA, or other federal health program operations, compliance requirements, and stakeholder engagement norms.

Ability to obtain and maintain VA network access and meet all background investigation requirements consistent with VA security and suitability standards for contractor personnel.

Must be authorized to work in the United States; this position does not offer visa sponsorship.

Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent quality certification (e.g., PgMP, CAPM with demonstrated senior-level experience, or Prince2 Practitioner) required at time of application.

1. Prior experience supporting VA, VHA, or a federal behavioral health or suicide prevention program, with familiarity with OSP initiatives, Veteran care management frameworks, or related clinical program support. 2. Experience working within or alongside federal Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) oversight structures and demonstrated ability to manage deliverables under a federal Performance Work Statement (PWS). 3. Familiarity with VA enterprise tools and systems such as VistA, CDW, or VA's Salesforce-based case management platforms used in care coordination workflows. 4. Experience applying Agile, hybrid, or iterative project management methodologies within a federal health IT or clinical program environment. 5. Knowledge of federal health policy, Veterans mental health initiatives, or behavioral health care management best practices that directly inform program design and execution decisions.

About Aptive. Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. Founded: 2012. Employees: 300+ nationwide.

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply. About Aptive: Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. Founded: 2012. Employees: 300+ nationwide.