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Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex government consulting efforts that support operational improvement, data-driven decision-making, and program performance outcomes. This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations while balancing quality, risk, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate is a structured yet adaptable leader who thrives in dynamic environments, brings strong business and technical acumen, and can translate client requirements into executable plans. This role is well-suited for a professional with experience managing cross-functional teams, working directly with government stakeholders, and supporting initiatives involving data, technology, process improvement, or program management.

This position plays a central role in advancing Ascension’s mission to deliver practical, high-impact solutions for public sector clients and is essential to the success of the overall engagement.

Summary of the Contractor Role

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of coordination for assigned projects, overseeing planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery across the full project lifecycle. This role is responsible for organizing resources, managing schedules and budgets, mitigating risks, and maintaining clear communication with both client stakeholders and internal teams.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in environments with evolving requirements. They will be expected to anticipate challenges, propose solutions, and maintain momentum across multiple workstreams. Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to balance competing priorities are essential.

The Project Manager will leverage standard project management tools and methodologies to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, while tailoring approaches to meet client-specific needs and constraints.

Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities

• Plan and manage project schedules, work plans, milestones, and deliverables aligned with contract requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including analysts, technical staff, and subject matter experts
• Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for client stakeholders
• Track project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies as needed
• Facilitate status meetings, working sessions, and executive briefings
• Develop and maintain project documentation including project plans, schedules, risk logs, and status reports
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budget performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and contractual requirements
• Support change management activities including requirement updates and scope modifications
• Collaborate with Ascension leadership to align project execution with organizational best practices