MDW Project Manager

CMA; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CMA in the United States is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a minimum of 5 years in software development and 3 years in healthcare. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, deep knowledge of SDLC methodologies, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. Professional certification as a PMP is required. This role is remote-first and emphasizes self-motivation and adaptability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a project manager in software development.
• Three or more years of project management in a healthcare environment.
• Deep understanding of various SDLC methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects, including contract management and process reengineering.
• Develop project schedules, manage budgets, and mitigate risks.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and manage client expectations.

Skills

Project management

Healthcare project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a project manager in a software development environment
• Three (3) or more years of project management in a Healthcare environment
• A bachelor’s degree or higher

Software Development Life Cycle Knowledge

• Deep understanding of various SDLC methodologies and the knowledge to apply them appropriately
• Strong grasp of technical solutioning concepts, linking business needs with technical architecture & solutions

Communication and Client Management

• Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders as a trusted advisor
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing strategies for effective communication and collaboration between the development team and non-technical client stakeholders
• Must be self-motivated, resourceful, and adaptable to work efficiently and independently in a remote-first environment
• Accurately interprets and effectively responds to client needs, employing strong communication and problem-solving skills to tailor solutions and manage expectations

Project Management and Documentation

• Experience developing statements of work, formal/informal communications, technical reports and proposals
• Extensive experience managing complex projects, including contract management and process reengineering
• Proficiency in developing project schedules, identifying and mitigating risks, managing project budgets, and adjusting based on schedule and scope changes
• Experience allocating human and technical resources according to project needs

Tools and Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Experience using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira)
• Prior experience within an IT Health domain, preferably Medicaid experience
• Knowledge of ITIL

Professional certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute or equivalent