5+ years of project management experience in healthcare or government sectors.
Expertise in planning and financial management using tools like Jira or MS Project.
Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, adaptable to client needs.
Strong communication skills to influence senior stakeholders.
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Lead project planning and delivery for healthcare and government clients, particularly State-Based projects.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
Manage meetings and provide status updates to senior leadership using project management tools.
Oversee project financials and risk mitigation strategies for on-time and within-budget delivery.
Facilitate requirement gathering and workflow assessments in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Drive Agile methodologies, fostering iterative delivery and client satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations during project execution.
Benefits
Mentorship and skill development opportunities within a collaborative team environment.
Experience working on high-visibility projects with significant impact in healthcare and government sectors.
Access to various project management tools and resources to enhance operational efficiencies.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects for healthcare and government clients, particularly with the State-Based projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory and business objectives.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including business analysts, technical staff, and external vendors, to define project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
Manage stakeholder meetings, prepare status reports, presentations, and dashboards, and provide updates to senior leadership using tools like Jira or MS Project.
Oversee project financials, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
Facilitate requirement gathering and workflow assessments, collaborating with business units to address healthcare and government compliance needs.
Drive adoption of Agile methodologies, adapting project structures to support iterative delivery and client expectations.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, such as HIPAA or CMS mandates, during project execution.
Develop and maintain project roadmaps, aligning with strategic priorities and fostering long-term client relationships.
Identify and resolve risks, dependencies, and issues, proactively implementing solutions to maintain project momentum.
Mentor team members on project management best practices, promoting a collaborative and results-driven environment.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Project Management (50%)
5+ years of experience managing projects in healthcare or government settings, with a proven ability to deliver complex, high-visibility initiatives.
Strong expertise in project planning, financial management, and resource coordination using tools like Jira, MS Project, or Smartsheet.
Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with flexibility to adapt to client-driven project structures.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and executives.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines.
Healthcare and Government Expertise (50%)
Deep understanding of healthcare processes and regulations, including HIPAA, CMS, or state-specific compliance requirements.
Experience with government projects, ideally with the State-funded projects or similar state agencies, managing mandates, or public sector initiatives.
Familiarity with healthcare systems, such as claims processing, provider directories, or patient data management, and their integration with government workflows.
Strong collaboration skills to work with diverse teams, including technical, business, and vendor partners, in a regulatory-driven environment.
Additional Considerations
Experience with similar state government initiatives is highly valued.
Certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agilist are a plus.
Familiarity with cloud-based tools (e.g., AWS, Azure) or healthcare IT systems is advantageous.
Candidates must be located within 20 miles of Boston to support onsite work 2-3 times per week.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing client needs are essential.
