Project Manager

Location: Washington DC metro area | Hybrid (chose one)

Clearance Requirement: Must be eligible for Secret clearance, US Citizenship Required for Clearance Eligibility

Data Driven. People Centered.

Elder Research Inc. is a Data Science consulting firm specialized in providing analytic solutions to clients in Commercial and Government industries. Providing analytic solutions to hundreds of companies across numerous industries, our team enjoys a great variety in the type of work they do and exposure to a wide range of techniques and tools

We are trusted advisors to our clients, building lasting relationships and partnering as preferred analytics providers. We use a variety of programming languages and tools to create analytic solutions, often fitting within our clients’ environment and needs.

Summary of Position:

Elder Research is hiring a Project Manager to lead an exciting project for a government customer. This role offers the opportunity to manage a talented team of Data Scientists and play a key role in delivering data-driven solutions that make a critical impact on the mission. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation, and working at the intersection of data and public service, we'd love to hear from you!

Essential Functions:

We are seeking a Project Manager with a minimum of 8 years of experience managing large, complex support services projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to lead multiple projects and senior staff, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills. This role requires expertise in full lifecycle project management, including planning, risk management, and cost monitoring. Familiarity with federal grant-making policies, procedures, and administration is essential to effectively manage projects in this space.

Job Specifications/Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in managing large, complex support services projects.
• Proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects and senior staff.
• Experience in full lifecycle project management, including planning, risk management, and cost monitoring.
• Must have familiarity with federal grant-making policies, procedures, and administration
• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Project Management, Program Management, or a related discipline.
• Must be eligible for Secret clearance, US Citizenship Required for Clearance Eligibility

Desired Skills:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (highly desired)

Substitution Criteria for Master's Degree

• 10 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Project or Program Management, or a related field.
• PMP certification required.

About Elder Research, Inc

Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.

Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.

Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a “Tech Talk” and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.

Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.