Sr. Project Manager/IT Analyst
Akima Systems Engineering
Alexandria, VA · Posted September 11, 2026
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About the job
Planning Analyst/Scheduler responsible for the implementation of standard processes and tools and program planning and control practices. This position will work within a team environment consisting of program management, technical, and other supporting staff.
The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork skills, exhibit strong leadership potential, and possess comprehensive verbal and written communication/presentation skills.
Responsibilities
Ensure major Projects and Programs Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across functional groups. Utilize Gantt, milestone charts, and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify schedule variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.
Engage with the Program Team to perform thorough project analysis showing knowledge and understanding of the program and the principles of project management and suggests/creates/implements work around to enhance schedule performance.
Perform risk analyses and identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts.
Understand numerous facets of scheduling and contribute to the development of new scheduling concepts, techniques, and standards.
Support new recommendations on schedule methodologies and proposal strategies and develop IMS.
Frequent use of industry scheduling best practices. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Project is a must.
Manages the day-to-day activities on complex Technical or non-Technical project(s).
Manages the administrative/operational leadership of a project within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer.
Monitors project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
Provides the coordination between resource managers/supervisors and ensures all necessary reviews and approvals are received.
May conduct performance/project analyses to benefit future/other projects/missions/programs.
Performs complex tasks and has some latitude for determining appropriate processes to follow.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.
Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles.
Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.
Qualifications
Typically requires BA.
8-10 years of IT, Business Analyst, and/or Systems Operational support.
Job ID
2026-25607 Work Type
On-Site Pay Range
$165K to $175K Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Heritage Interiors, an Akima company, is not just another federal FF&E contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Heritage Interiors, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Heritage Interiors provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Heritage Interiors delivers turnkey and a-la-carte solutions for all facility outfitting, transition, and commodities needs.
As a Heritage Interiors employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Ensure major Projects and Programs Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across functional groups. Utilize Gantt, milestone charts, and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify schedule variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.
Engage with the Program Team to perform thorough project analysis showing knowledge and understanding of the program and the principles of project management and suggests/creates/implements work around to enhance schedule performance.
Perform risk analyses and identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts.
Understand numerous facets of scheduling and contribute to the development of new scheduling concepts, techniques, and standards.
Support new recommendations on schedule methodologies and proposal strategies and develop IMS.
Frequent use of industry scheduling best practices. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Project is a must.
Manages the day-to-day activities on complex Technical or non-Technical project(s).
Manages the administrative/operational leadership of a project within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer.
Monitors project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
Provides the coordination between resource managers/supervisors and ensures all necessary reviews and approvals are received.
May conduct performance/project analyses to benefit future/other projects/missions/programs.
Performs complex tasks and has some latitude for determining appropriate processes to follow.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.
Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles.
Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.
Typically requires BA.
8-10 years of IT, Business Analyst, and/or Systems Operational support.