Senior Contract Project Manager

NTT DATA•Springfield, IL

13h

About The Position

Lead and manage the delivery of all services and activities listed in the task order, including enterprise system/business needs assessment, vendor/market research, procurement strategy, cost estimation, specification and scope of work development, solicitation support, contract management, and performance evaluation. Oversee the development, review, and timely submission of all required deliverables, such as project plans, monthly progress reports, planning documents, compliance assessments, IT asset inventories, market analyses, organizational and modernization assessments, procurement strategies, solicitation documents, and status reports. Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, communication plans, risk logs, and issue logs, ensuring alignment with approved timelines and milestones. Ensure all internal and external project communications and reporting are occurring, including regular status updates to the client, Account Manager, and federal government (as required). Provide thorough review and quality assurance of project deliverables, ensuring review and approval milestones are met and that company documentation standards are followed. Establish and enforce appropriate governance structures and project quality standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and contract requirements. Follow and manage processes for change management, cost tracking, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle. Assign tasks, supervise, and coordinate internal staff and subcontractors, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and contractual requirements. Manage client relationships and expectations, working regularly with key client leadership and serving as the primary contract liaison and deliverable manager for HFS. Provide recommendations to the client on critical business and project decisions, supporting organizational assessment and modernization advisory needs. Ensure all project-identified processes and methodologies are executed and followed as applicable. Create and sustain a culture that encourages high performance of individuals and teams. Assist with workforce management, including hiring, scheduling, and staff orientation. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to all stakeholders, and develop and submit complete and accurate reports as needed. Oversee compliance with project financials, including budgeting, pricing analysis, and cost management across the entire project lifecycle.

Requirements

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Bachelor's degree and eight to ten (8-10) years of progressive experience and possess extensive knowledge when advising on large and high complex project/programs
Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing complex acquisition management or program/project management support services, including experience with public sector or government contracts
Minimum five (5) years working on Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) or Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) projects
Minimum three to five (3-5) years supervising work product delivery from a team and coordinating service delivery
Minimum 3 years using Microsoft Project
Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearances or certifications as specified in the contract
Extensive experience preparing for and facilitating meetings, interviews, presentations, and training sessions, as well as maintaining related documentation
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, including formal presentations for executive audiences and end users
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish relationships, influence stakeholders, and provide outstanding customer service
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state acquisition policies, regulations, and directives to all project activities
Experience analyzing cost and pricing data, supporting proposal evaluations, and preparing for contract negotiations
Experience with budget management, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordinating tasks to completion according to schedule
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and project management software
Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and adaptability to changing priorities and requirements
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet objectives and process large amounts of information into actionable work products
Skilled in using quantitative data to drive recommendations and decisions

Nice To Haves

HHS or government consulting experience

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the delivery of all services and activities listed in the task order
Oversee the development, review, and timely submission of all required deliverables
Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, communication plans, risk logs, and issue logs
Ensure all internal and external project communications and reporting are occurring
Provide thorough review and quality assurance of project deliverables
Establish and enforce appropriate governance structures and project quality standards
Follow and manage processes for change management, cost tracking, and risk management
Assign tasks, supervise, and coordinate internal staff and subcontractors
Manage client relationships and expectations
Provide recommendations to the client on critical business and project decisions
Ensure all project-identified processes and methodologies are executed and followed as applicable
Create and sustain a culture that encourages high performance of individuals and teams
Assist with workforce management, including hiring, scheduling, and staff orientation
Communicate project status, risks, and issues to all stakeholders, and develop and submit complete and accurate reports as needed
Oversee compliance with project financials, including budgeting, pricing analysis, and cost management