Senior Project Manager (Medicare/Medicaid)

*** Healthcare experience is a must-have with knowledge in Medicaid/Medicare programs

Title: Senior Project Manager

Terms of Employment
W2 Contract, 6 Months (Potential Conversion)
Remote (ET or CT time zone preferred)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead medium to large-scale healthcare and technology initiatives. This individual will play a critical role in driving projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and strong communicator who can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage stakeholders, and deliver high-impact results aligned with business objectives. Success looks like

Projects delivered on time and within budget
High levels of stakeholder and client satisfaction
Effective risk mitigation and issue resolution
Strong adherence to PMO standards and governance

Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end project delivery for complex initiatives, ensuring successful execution across scope, schedule, and budget
Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, providing regular updates and presentations
Track project milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics using project management tools
Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues and escalating when necessary
Oversee project budgets and resource planning, ensuring financial alignment and efficiency
Ensure compliance with governance standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory guidelines (including HIPAA)
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including schedules, risks, and change requests
Partner with stakeholders to analyze challenges and recommend effective solutions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes
Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor s degree in Business, Healthcare, Information Systems, or a related field
5 7 years of project management experience
Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects independently
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project)

Preferred Skills & Experience

Master s degree in a related field
PMP, Six Sigma, or similar project management certification (or in progress)
Experience working within healthcare systems, Medicaid/Medicare programs, or government contracts

Core Competencies

Leadership: Ability to lead teams through complexity and change
Decision-Making: Balances priorities across scope, schedule, and resources
Communication: Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset with a solutions-oriented approach
Client Focus: Builds and maintains strong, trusted relationships