<p>Job#: 3025168</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>We are hiring a Project Manager!</p> <p>Role: Project Manager III</p> <p>Supporting: Large Financial Services Client</p> <p>Location: Hybrid - Vienna, VA</p> <p>Position Description:</p> <p>We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead full life-cycle initiatives from inception through implementation within a high-visibility Strategy & Innovation environment. This role manages complex projects, drives organizational and process improvements, and ensures delivery of solutions on time, within scope, and within budget.</p> <p>You will partner closely with business groups, cross-functional teams, and procurement stakeholders to coordinate project plans, manage risks, oversee vendor contracts, and align deliverables with organizational goals. This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to navigate competing priorities across a large enterprise.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li>Extensive project management experience overseeing large, complex initiatives </li><li>Advanced knowledge of project lifecycles, methodologies, and business requirements analysis </li><li>Strong ability to guide, mentor, and lead project teams in a dynamic environment </li><li>Deep understanding of contracts, vendor management, and procurement processes </li><li>Experience managing project budgets, risk assessments, and change control </li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels </li><li>Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and project management applications </li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver results, meet goals, and coordinate broad project activities </li><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field-or equivalent experience </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>PMP certification (or equivalent corporate project management experience) </li><li>Advanced degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or related discipline </li></ul> <p>EEO Employer</p> <p>Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.</p> <p>Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.</p> <p>Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.</p> <p>Employee Type:</p> <p>Contract</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Merrifield, VA, US</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>March 6, 2026</p> <p>Pay Range:</p> <p>$55 - $71 per hour</p> <p>Similar Jobs</p> <ul> <li>Contractor - Procurement & Vendor Mgmt </li><li>Contractor - Branch </li><li>Contractor - Digital </li><li>Contractor - Branch </li><li>Contractor - Branch </li></ul>