Senior Project Manager

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies as a trusted advisor delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words of our employees.

The Senior PM independently manages complex, multi-phase projects that may span both Engineering and Cabling solution groups, or technically specialized projects end-to-end. The Senior PM applies professional project management principles, practices, and techniques to lead project teams and control schedule, cost, and scope, while serving as the primary client relationship owner on assigned projects. This role monitors risk and issues to ensure client satisfaction and company profitability, and mentors Project Managers and Project Coordinators in the pool.

The Senior PM works closely with field Superintendents and subcontractors on cabling and low-voltage scope where applicable, coordinates services across departments, and may support workstreams under a Principal PM on large, multi-project accounts.

May be assigned first-level supervisory or mentoring responsibilities for Project Managers and Project Coordinators, regionally or team-wide; no formal direct reports.

• Independently manage complex, multi-phase projects across Engineering and Cabling solution groups, or technically specialized projects end-to-end.
• Serve as the primary client relationship owner on assigned projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans using TSG tools and methodologies, defining scope, objectives, schedules, milestones, and risks.
• Have a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned and TSG's responsibilities regarding low-voltage systems and IT resources where applicable.

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, change orders, and risk across the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate across sales, engineering, and installation/cabling teams to secure resources and ensure alignment.
• Lead project governance meetings, generating agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
• Work directly with field Superintendents and subcontractors to ensure timelines are met and communicate schedule changes to all relevant parties.
• Maintain and track project schedules using TSG's PMO processes and tools (Certinia, MS Project, Smartsheet), ensuring timely execution and issue resolution.
• Manage internal and external communications across all stakeholder levels; identify, document, and communicate project risks as they arise.

• Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, equipment inventories, and vendor/subcontractor relationships.
• Track project percent-complete and prepare progress or milestone billing per the statement of work.
• Coordinate material logistics, including procurement and chain-of-custody procedures.

• Perform quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle, including final inspection and punch list.
• Coordinate project closeout documentation (as-built drawings, O&Ms, test reports, warranty) and secure project sign-off.
• Evaluate and document lessons learned post-project to improve future performance.
• Mentor Project Managers and Project Coordinators; support workstreams under a Principal PM on large multi-project accounts.
• Assist PMO leadership in establishing, perfecting, and monitoring the efficiency of team processes and best practices.

• Sustains billable utilization at or above 80% on a trailing 90-day basis while managing complex, multi-phase project scope.
• Does whatever it takes to ensure projects are successful and profitable, including work beyond what is specifically outlined when required.
• Double-checks all critical work deliverables to minimize mistakes; continuously contributes to process improvements.
• Develops creative, win-win solutions to problems and identifies ways to deliver additional profit where possible.
• Completes all activities with a strong sense of ownership; demonstrates adherence to and performance in line with company goals.
• Actively participates in company-wide events, meetings, and social activities.

Project Coordinator → Project Manager → Senior PM → Program Manager. Each step adds complexity of scope, scale of account, and depth of independent client relationship ownership.

ADA Notice: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven customer service and relationship management expertise.
• Solid conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and deliver value.
• Proficiency in Certinia/Salesforce, SharePoint, MS Project, Smartsheet, and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with telecom, networking, structured cabling, or high-tech services environments.
• Strong self-motivation, punctuality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with excellent internal and external follow-up.

• Regional travel required, approximately 20–40% overall.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record required; access to a reliable automobile and valid insurance required.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.

• Five (5) or more years of experience in IT, construction, or structured cabling delivery.
• Two (2) or more years of experience with structured project management required.
• Experience working in construction management and with subcontractors required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in an IT or business-related field desired.

• PMI PMP required.
• BICSI RTPM, or one or more additional professional certifications (CAPM, APM), preferred.
• Cisco Life Cycle certification required within the first 3 months of employment.