Technical Project Manager- Child Welfare
Job Family:
IT Project Management Travel Required:
Up to 50% Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do:
- Lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives.
- Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define project scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success criteria.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, status reports, RAID logs, and communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and projects on track.
- Coordinate resources, facilitate meetings, drive issue resolution, and proactively remove blockers to support successful execution.
- Track progress against commitments, manage scope changes, and escalate risks or impediments as needed to ensure project delivery.
- Support process improvement efforts and help establish project management best practices, tools, and standards across the team.
- Contribute to Business Development efforts
What You Will Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Ten(10) + years of experience in technical project management, program management, or related roles in a technology environment.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project or program management certification is required.
- 3+ experience managing technology engagements for State Health and Human Services agencies, preferably Child Welfare
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive cross-functional execution in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of project management and Agile methods
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Microsoft ADO
- Experience working in enterprise platform or cloud-based technology environments.
- Experience leading large-scale or highly complex technical initiatives.
- Ability to analyze data and create executive-level reporting and presentations.
- Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse . Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Familiarity with CCWIS federal guidance
- CCWIS project experience
The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
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Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
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Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
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Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
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Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected b