Technical Project Manager- Child Welfare

Job Family:
Technology Consulting Travel Required:
Up to 25% Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do:

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Lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives.

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Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define project scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success criteria.

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Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, status reports, RAID logs, and communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and projects on track.

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Coordinate resources, facilitate meetings, drive issue resolution, and proactively remove blockers to support successful execution.

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Track progress against commitments, manage scope changes, and escalate risks or impediments as needed to ensure project delivery.

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Support process improvement efforts and help establish project management best practices, tools, and standards across the team.

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Contribute to Business Development efforts

What You Will Need:

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Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

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Ten(10) + years of experience in technical project management, program management, or related roles in a technology environment.

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Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project or program management certification is required.

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3+ experience managing technology engagements for State Health and Human Services agencies, preferably Child Welfare.

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Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive cross-functional execution in a fast-paced environment.

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Strong understanding of project management and Agile methods

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Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

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Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands.

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Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Microsoft ADO.

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Experience working in enterprise platform or cloud-based technology environments.

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Experience leading large-scale or highly complex technical initiatives.

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Ability to analyze data and create executive-level reporting and presentations.

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Must be able to travel to client site regularly.

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Must be US citizen Or Permanent resident.

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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 $135,000.00-$225,000.00. 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

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