Manager Veterans Health Administration

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions in Arlington, VA seeks an experienced Manager to lead healthcare transformation workstreams and advise federal clients. You will drive delivery, manage teams, and maintain executive-level communications, ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.

The role requires strong strategic thinking, relationship management, and ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. PMP certification is required, with a focus on federal healthcare programs such as VHA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of consulting experience in federal healthcare environments
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred
• Experience advising clients and managing relationships
• Demonstrated ability to lead workstreams and teams in complex environments
• Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities
• Familiarity with PMI/Agile project/program management methodologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level communication
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in ambiguity
• PMP certification or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage discrete workstreams within healthcare transformation initiatives
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing guidance and responsive communication
• Translate client needs into structured approaches and measurable outcomes
• Apply critical thinking to address complex challenges and inform decisions
• Oversee day-to-day delivery activities, ensuring timelines and quality
• Mentor consulting teams, delegate tasks, and provide feedback
• Support career development for team members and provide growth opportunities
• Develop executive-ready presentations and decision support materials
• Coordinate across stakeholders for alignment and integration
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies
• Find opportunities to improve processes and add client value
• Support project management activities including planning, reporting, and performance tracking

Skills

Client management

Leadership

Problem solving

PM/PMO

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

PMP certification required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Overview

The Manager supports enterprise healthcare transformation initiatives by leading workstreams, advising clients, and ensuring successful execution across complex projects. This role operates at the intersection of delivery leadership and client engagement, requiring strong critical thinking, structured problem solving, and the ability to translate strategy into action.

The Manager works directly with government stakeholders and internal leadership to drive outcomes, manage priorities, and ensure alignment across program objectives. She or he oversees day‑to‑day execution, guides consulting teams, and contributes to long‑term program success through proactive leadership and relationship management.

The environment is fast‑paced and often ambiguous, requiring adaptability, accountability, and sound judgment.

Ansibleis a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide‑ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage discrete workstreams within large healthcare transformation initiatives
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing insight, guidance, and responsive communication
• Translate client needs into structured approaches, actionable plans, and measurable outcomes
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving to address complex challenges and inform decision‑making
• Oversee day‑to‑day delivery activities, ensuring timelines, quality, and deliverables are met
• Manage and mentor consulting teams, including task delegation, performance feedback, and development support
• Provide career management for a small subset of team members, supporting growth and progression
• Develop executive‑ready presentations, briefings, and decision support materials
• Coordinate across stakeholders to ensure alignment, communication, and integration across workstreams
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance delivery, and add client value
• Support project or program management activities, including planning, reporting, and performance tracking

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in consulting, federal healthcare environments (highly preferable within VHA)
• · Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• · Experience working directly with clients, including advising and relationship management
• · Demonstrated ability to lead workstreams and manage teams in complex environments
• · Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities
• · Experience with project or program management methodologies (PMI/Agile preferred)
• · Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
• · Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level communication
• · Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in ambiguity
• · Proactive, accountable, and results‑oriented mindset
• · Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent required

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.