Operational Excellence Program Leader (Hybrid in Gold River, CA)

Gainwell Technologies; Rancho Cordova (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

401K company match

Flexible vacation policy

Educational assistance

Leadership and technical development"

Job summary

Gainwell Technologies is seeking an Operational Excellence Program Leader to drive major infrastructure projects and optimize performance through technology and innovation in health and human services.

You will oversee large PM teams, develop schedules and budgets, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients to deliver measurable outcomes while advancing your career in a flexible, growth‑focused environment in California.

Qualifications

• 9+ years managing complex projects across full PM lifecycle.
• 5+ years on AWS projects; AWS certification a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification.
• Budget development, control, and project metrics proficiency.
• Strong leadership and executive presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of major infrastructure projects.
• Keep operational excellence projects moving and deliver better outcomes.
• Lead large project management teams and staff.
• Oversee the Operational Excellence program and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare SOWs and assist with proposals and business development.
• Communicate with client and team; track metrics and risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

AWS experience

PMP certified

Budget & metrics

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

AWS

Job description

Be part of a team that unleashes the power of leading-edge technologies to help improve the health and well‑being of those most vulnerable in our country and communities. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. You’ll add to your technical credentials and certifications while enjoying a generous, flexible vacation policy and educational assistance. We also have comprehensive leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

Summary

As an Operational Excellence Program Leader at Gainwell, you can contribute your skills as we harness the power of technology to help our clients improve the health and well‑being of the members they serve — the most vulnerable community. Connect your passion with purpose, teaming with people who thrive on finding innovative solutions to some of healthcare’s biggest challenges.

Your role in our mission

• Provide oversight of major infrastructure projects, including transformational projects.
• Assist in keeping operational excellence projects moving as Gainwell helps clients deliver better health and human services outcomes through technology and innovation.
• Focuses on delivering large infrastructure projects and on identifying ways to improve infrastructure performance and/or reduce risk and costs.
• Lead one or more large project management teams by breaking down bigger technological programs and assisting project managers with project staffing
• Oversee and be accountable for the Operational Excellence program.
• Spearhead project planning, tracking and oversight of assigned staff by providing direction and deadlines to ensure quality and timely completion of tasks
• Communicate with the client, company and project team leadership, measuring and sharing project metrics/status; recommend program changes as needed
• Review and create project and program schedules, program definitions, budgets and objectives to ensure the quality of project deliverables across all phases
• Support project managers and other non-direct reports by quickly escalating any risks and implementing risk mitigation solutions
• Support Gainwell’s growth as you prepare detailed SOW and assist with new proposal efforts and business development

What We’re Looking For

• Nine (9) years or more experience managing complex projects through a full project management life cycle including supervision of project managers
• Five (5) or more years’ experience working on projects leveraging AWS (AWS certification a plus)
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
• Modern understanding of budget development, control and assurance methods, and project management software with ability to translate broader project objectives into clear and achievable project milestones
• Leadership to train, guide and mentor the work of junior colleagues with strong executive presentation who communicates ideas clearly, while creatively problem‑solving

What You Should Expect In This Role

• This is a full-time permanent regular salaried (W-2) employee position. Monday through Friday work schedule (40 hours per week).
• Hybrid position (2-3 days each week working at our Gold River, CA office with other days working at home in California)
• Opportunities to travel through your work (0-10%)
• Health (medical, dental, vision) benefits start on day 1 of employment.
• Company match 401K and other benefits available within months of starting.
• New employees are eligible to take advantage of flexible vacation policy after ninety (90) calendar days of employment. Any exception requires manager approval prior to employee’s Gainwell start date.
• Video cameras must be used during all interviews, and during the initial week of orientation if hired.
• The deadline to submit applications for this position is August 31, 2026.

The pay range for this position is $115,000-165,000 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full‑time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.

Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.