Project Manager - Federal HCM ERP

Job Title: Project Manager - Federal HCM ERP
Clearance Required: Public Trust
Work Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC

Alpha Omega Integration is seeking a Strategic Federal HCM Project Manager to lead critical federal Human Capital Management (HCM) IT initiatives and drive internal practice growth. This senior role balances hands-on project leadership with strategic oversight across multiple programs. The ideal candidate has a proven track record delivering complex HR ERP solutions (like PeopleSoft HCM) in the federal domain, excels in stakeholder engagement across agencies, and thrives in a culture of innovation and mission-focused delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute end-to-end federal HCM IT projects (PeopleSoft HCM implementations), ensuring alignment with OPM policies, federal pay and benefits regulations, and agency compliance requirements.
• Manage and coordinate diverse internal and external stakeholders (including HR departments, CIO offices, and division leaders) to align project efforts with OPM guidance, governance board decisions, and interdepartmental initiatives.
• Oversee the complete ERP SDLC for implementations or upgrades, from requirements gathering and system configuration through testing, deployment, and operational support. Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of enterprise solutions while adhering to quality standards.
• Leverage expertise in enterprise platforms (PeopleSoft, Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle Cloud HCM, Workday, ServiceNow) to guide technical teams and advise clients on best-fit solutions and modernization strategies in the HCM domain.
• Internal Practice Leadership (25%): Dedicate approximately a quarter of your time to internal strategic support, driving capability growth across our ERP practice:




• Oversee and mentor project staff across ~8 federal programs (totaling about 35 team members), ensuring consistent delivery excellence and professional development.
• Coordinate staffing and resource allocation in collaboration with project leads, maintaining high performance across engagements.
• Engage in customer relationship management with agency clients and prime contractors to strengthen partnerships and identify organic growth opportunities.
• Contribute to business development by spotting new opportunities and supporting proposal content development, especially for HRIT/ERP modernization bids.
• Advise both internal teams and clients on modernization roadmaps for legacy and cloud-based ERP systems, promoting innovative solutions aligned with agency mission objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of project/program management experience, with a strong track record in federal IT projects. Proven experience leading federal HR IT (HCM) projects is essential - for example, managing PeopleSoft HCM implementations or similar HR systems for a federal agency.
• In-depth understanding of federal human resources business processes and policies, including familiarity with OPM guidelines, federal pay scales, benefits programs, and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional projects through the full SDLC. Ability to balance scope, schedule, and budget while mitigating risks and ensuring quality outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. Comfortable interfacing with senior executives and governance boards, and adept at aligning project deliverables with organizational mission and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with experience guiding multi-disciplinary teams. Able to mentor staff, delegate effectively, and foster a high-performance team culture.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Experience/Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of project/program management experience, with a strong track record in federal IT projects. Proven experience leading federal HR IT (HCM) projects is essential - for example, managing PeopleSoft HCM implementations or similar HR systems for a federal agency.
• In-depth understanding of federal human resources business processes and policies, including familiarity with OPM guidelines, federal pay scales, benefits programs, and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional projects through the full SDLC. Ability to balance scope, schedule, and budget while mitigating risks and ensuring quality outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. Comfortable interfacing with senior executives and governance boards, and adept at aligning project deliverables with organizational mission and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with experience guiding multi-disciplinary teams. Able to mentor staff, delegate effectively, and foster a high-performance team culture.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with modern ERP and HCM platforms is highly desirable. Familiarity with PeopleSoft HCM, Oracle EBS, Oracle Cloud HCM, Workday, ServiceNow, or similar enterprise systems will be a plus.
• Experience supporting federal agencies in the Health and Human Services (HHS) domain is highly desirable. Background with other government sectors - such as the Department of Defense (Army/Navy), Intelligence Community (e.g. DIA), Legislative Branch, or Department of Treasury - is a strong plus.
• Prior involvement in growth activities like capture management, proposal writing, or organic account growth within a federal contracting environment is a bonus.
• Any relevant technical or industry certifications (ITIL, Agile/Scrum, HRIP, etc.) or federal credentials will be advantageous.

Certification(s):

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or FAC-P/PM certification is strongly preferred (or equivalent project management accreditation).

Salary and Benefit Information:

The likely salary range for this position is $120,000 - $165,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.

Application Deadline: November 22, 2025

Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)
• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Culture and Values:

Guided by our core values-Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)- we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work.

Through our H.E.A.R.T. Awards Program, colleagues and managers can recognize each other for actions that exemplify these values. Recognized employees receive a detailed nomination highlighting their contributions, which is shared with their manager. Each quarter, select nominees have the opportunity to receive a monetary bonus as an extra thank-you for their impact.

Our Company:

Alpha Omega is an award-winning Federal IT solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions across the National Security, Federal Financial, Healthcare, and Space & Science domains. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 800 employees nationwide with $230m in revenue. With the January 2025 acquisitions of SeKON and Macro Solutions, we have expanded our capabilities to further support our customers in digital modernization, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

We are committed to supporting our agency partners as they transform their operations, delivering on our purpose to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of future generations:

• National Security - Supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State.
• Federal Financial - We bring deep expertise in enterprise financial systems, supporting agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
• Healthcare - Our Health IT capabilities, enhance health outcomes for the warfighter via the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and support public health initiatives at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
• Space & Science - We leverage technology to advance agricultural sustainability, secure our nation's food supply, and prepare for natural disasters, working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times. Join us in driving transformation that secures the nation's future.

Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) 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, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.