Medicaid Strategy Lead Consultant

Maximus; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. This role focuses on management consulting and serves as a trusted advisor to shape client strategy and convert discussions into engagements.

You will respond to Medicaid procurements, collaborating with delivery, BD, and capture teams, and require current Medicaid consulting experience as a project leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Advanced degree in public policy, public administration, healthcare administration, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in senior-level Medicaid roles or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting engagements from advisory discussions through scoping, execution, and delivery.
• Develop workplans, governance structures, and deliverables aligned to client needs.
• Provide senior oversight to ensure delivery quality and manage risk.
• Recruit team members and coordinate with internal stakeholders on Medicaid opportunities.
• Partner with BD, sales, and capture to shape win strategies and client messaging.

Skills

Public sector consulting

Medicaid policy knowledge

Executive communication

Project leadership

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in public policy/public administration

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. This role focuses on management consulting and serves as a trusted advisor to shape client strategy and convert discussions into engagements.

You will respond to Medicaid procurements, collaborating with delivery, BD, and capture teams, and require current Medicaid consulting experience as a project leader.