Project Manager- Child Welfare

Guidehouse•Atlanta, GA

1d•$118,000 - $196,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a Project Manager to lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. This role involves partnering with cross-functional teams, developing detailed project plans, coordinating resources, and driving issue resolution. The Project Manager will also support process improvement efforts and contribute to Business Development. The position requires travel up to 25% and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Requirements

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+ years of 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 travel to client site regularly.
Must be US citizen Or Permanent resident.
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.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
Familiarity with CCWIS federal guidance.
CCWIS project experience.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend