Project Manager

About Niyam IT (Niyam)

Founded in 2007 by a team of visionary consultants, Niyam IT was built on the belief that exceptional technology solutions are created through the perfect balance of disciplined processes, innovation, and passion. For nearly 20 years, we have been a trusted partner to the U.S. Federal Government, delivering mission-critical IT solutions that support Emergency Preparedness and Response, Civilian Agencies, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety organizations across the nation.

 

At Niyam, excellence is more than a goal. It is embedded in everything we do. Our commitment to quality, security, and continuous improvement is demonstrated through our CMMI DEV Level 3 accreditation, ISO certifications (ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1, and ISO/IEC 27001), and active CMMC Level 2 certification.

 

We are committed to fostering an exceptional workplace where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Niyam is proud to have been recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to cultivating a culture built on collaboration, excellence, innovation, and the success of our employees.

 

Join Niyam and become part of a team where your talents help drive meaningful missions that serve and protect communities nationwide.

 

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Hours: We understand that life extends beyond the traditional workday. Our flexible scheduling options empower you to balance your professional responsibilities while making time for what matters most.

• Remote Work Opportunities: Work where you perform best. Niyam embraces flexibility and offers remote work options that support productivity, collaboration, and work-life integration.

• Professional Growth & Development: At Niyam, you're not just taking a job, you're building a career. We invest in our employees through fully funded training, certifications, mentorship opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement.

• Exceptional People: Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. You'll work alongside talented, supportive, and mission-driven professionals who are passionate about making an impact and helping one another succeed.

• Innovative & Collaborative Culture: We foster an environment where creativity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and teamwork drives success. At Niyam, innovation and collaboration are part of our DNA.

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We believe our greatest strength lies in our people. Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are celebrated, creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.

• Meaningful Work with Purpose: Join a team that supports critical federal missions and delivers innovative solutions that make a difference for government agencies and the communities they serve.

 

Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well-being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits. Apply today!

 

Niyam IT is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery of a Radar Site and Spectrum Relocation Analysis Support program supporting a federal client that operates a nationwide network of weather radar (NEXRAD) facilities. This effort supports a broader federal initiative to repurpose spectrum for commercial licensed use, while ensuring the client agency retains its mission critical weather forecasting capabilities.

The Project Manager will own end-to-end program execution, including subcontractor management, deliverable and milestone tracking, nationwide site-visit logistics, and day-to-day relationship management with the client's Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), the program's technical point of contact, and regional field offices across the country. This position is fully remote, with minimal, occasional travel as noted below. This position is associated with a proposal submission and is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected through this process may be considered for employment should the contract be awarded to our organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary point of contact and day-to-day program lead, building strong working relationships with the client’s COR, technical POC, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders.

• Own and maintain the program’s milestone delivery schedule, tracking progress, deliverables, and contract requirements to ensure timely and technically sound completion.

• Manage the FFP/CLIN contract structure, ensuring deliverables, milestones, payments, invoicing, and required program documentation remain aligned with contract requirements.

• Plan and oversee subcontractor performance, including spectrum analysts, RF engineers, site surveyors, and other technical resources supporting spectrum analysis and nationwide site assessments.

• Coordinate nationwide site visits, including site access approvals, travel planning, staffing, equipment logistics, and multi-site scheduling while managing cost and schedule considerations.

• Lead program risk management and issue resolution, proactively addressing schedule, resource, scope, weather, site-access, and other operational risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

• Lead recurring internal and client-facing status meetings and provide clear reporting on schedule, cost, risk, staffing, and deliverable status while ensuring client data is handled in accordance with CUI requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizenship. 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree).

• 7+ years of project management experience, including at least 2+ years managing federal government IT contracts.

• Demonstrated experience managing Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts with CLIN-based, deliverable- and milestone-driven payment structures.

• Proven experience managing subcontractors, including scheduling, performance oversight, quality assurance, and cost tracking.

• Experience coordinating multi-site field operations and staff travel logistics across a large, distributed geographic footprint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and sustain strong client relationships.

• Experience developing and maintaining Quality Control Plans, milestone delivery schedules, and program status reporting.

• Working knowledge of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements.

• Ability to travel occasionally (minimal) to support program kickoff, client meetings, or site coordination activities as needed.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• PMP certification (or an equivalent project management certification).

• Prior experience supporting a federal agency with mission-critical infrastructure, radar, or spectrum programs.

• Familiarity with radar systems, telecommunications, spectrum management, or geospatial and survey services.

• Experience coordinating field survey, RF/spectrum engineers, or similar technical field staff.

• Familiarity with GIS/geospatial data platforms (e.g., Open-Source and Esri).

 

Why Join Niyam

• Award-Winning Culture: Proudly recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to employee engagement, growth, and excellence.

• Meaningful Mission Impact: Join a small business trusted by federal agencies to deliver innovative solutions that support critical national missions.

• Drive Innovation: Play a key role in shaping the future of Niyam’s proprietary technology accelerators, including GeoCube®, SPHERE®, and RisQ®, which are used to solve complex challenges across the federal government.

• Accelerate Your Career: Benefit from a transparent career framework designed to support continuous learning, professional development, and advancement opportunities, including progression to Distinguished Engineer and other technical leadership roles.

• Collaborative, People-First Environment: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional results while supporting one another's success.

Join Niyam and help us win the work that matters. 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

 

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.