Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Task Order Project Manager to serve as key personnel responsible for the successful execution of a federal task order supporting a mission-driven government client. This role is central to ensuring contractual, technical, and operational success across the full lifecycle of the effort.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned federal project manager who brings deep experience managing complex task orders, coordinating cross-functional teams, and serving as the primary interface with government stakeholders. This individual should possess strong business domain understanding, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead with confidence in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

This position is critical to achieving program objectives, maintaining compliance with contractual requirements, and ensuring high-quality delivery in support of the client’s mission. Candidates should be comfortable operating with accountability, visibility, and decision-making authority.

Summary of the Contractor Role

The Task Order Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end management of the task order, including planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closeout. Acting as the single point of contact for the government Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Ascension leadership, the Project Manager ensures all deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics are met on time and within scope and budget.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proactive leader with demonstrated success managing federal programs, anticipating risks, resolving issues before escalation, and balancing competing priorities. This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The Project Manager is expected to solve operational challenges, streamline workflows, manage resources effectively, and apply proven project management methodologies and tools to support consistent, compliant, and high-quality delivery.

Key tools and processes may include integrated master schedules, risk and issue logs, project management software, collaboration platforms, financial tracking tools, and formal reporting mechanisms aligned with federal standards.

Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities

The Task Order Project Manager will:

• Lead overall task order execution in accordance with contract requirements, performance standards, and government expectations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the government COR and other designated stakeholders
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, staffing plans, and deliverable timelines
• Monitor and control cost, schedule, scope, and performance metrics
• Coordinate and direct contractor staff and subcontractor resources
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
• Prepare and deliver regular status reports, briefings, and ad hoc updates to the government and Ascension leadership
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, federal regulations, and quality assurance standards
• Facilitate meetings, reviews, and working sessions with internal and external stakeholders
• Support audits, reviews, and performance evaluations as required
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and tools