Kforce has a client in Chantilly, VA that is seeking a Task Manager/Project Manager (PM). Responsibilities: * In this role, the Task Manager/Project Manager will provide regular (daily, weekly, and monthly) briefs based on project stage and status of project status, progression, and implementation issues and resolutions to ensure that ITD is fully abreast of current project executions * Analyze project issues and develop recommendations to meet productivity, quality, and satisfaction goals and objectives * Develop means for monitoring project progress, risk analysis, impacts and problem solving * Assist in developing schedules to meet project requirements and monitor and report performance against plans to ensure that schedule objectives are met * Track and monitor the overall outcome of the projects and deliverables * The Task Manager/Project Manager will set project deadlines, assign/delegate responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of project * Create Master schedule for parallel efforts on the project * Review master schedule with team members to monitor progress * Keep Team members on task, ensuring progress is being made per the planned schedule * Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project progress and escalate as necessary * Leads strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing efforts in response to task requirements * Formulates, communicates, and enforces quality work standards * The Task Manager/Project Manager monitors progress and resolves any identified issues affecting successful product/service delivery * Bachelor's degree required * 5 years of experience in project management * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills * Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems and recommend solutions * Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines * Exercise's discretion and good judgement in all things, especially regarding sensitive or confidential matters * Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite * Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail * Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment * Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively * Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with all staff and visitors * Must know MS Project for scheduling purposes Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.*Compensation Type:*Years