Project Manager

Apex Systems; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

ESPP

HSA

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Project Manager for a 6-month contract (with possible extension). This role is fully remote within the United States, offering the chance to lead cross-functional initiatives that improve Medicare/Medicaid member experiences while working with Operations, Tech, Product, Marketing, and Strategy.

You will define scope, schedules, risks, and governance, partner with stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment aimed at making

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project or program management experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Experience driving projects from strategy through implementation and delivery.
• Proficiency with project planning, risk management, and executive reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and dependencies simultaneously.
• Demonstrated communication, facilitation, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience leveraging AI and digital automation tools to enhance project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects from initiation through implementation.
• Define project scope, milestones, success metrics, governance structures, and execution strategies.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans that align teams around objectives and timelines.
• Manage cross-functional dependencies and ensure coordinated execution across workstreams.
• Monitor progress, remove roadblocks, and drive accountability for delivery commitments.
• Provide leadership with transparency into progress, dependencies, and trade‑offs.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Executive reporting

Communication

AI tools

Job description

Project Manager 6-month contract (possible extension)

Pay: $22-25/hr 100% Remote

At our Client, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together

The Project Manager is an individual contributor responsible for defining, leading, and executing some strategic initiatives across the Community and State (C&S) member experience. These initiatives are often complex, highly visible, and critical to improving operational performance, regulatory readiness, and experience enhancements for our members.

This role is accountable for both determining how work gets done and driving the work forward. You will partner across Operations, Technology, Product, Marketing, Digital, and Strategy to turn ambitious business goals into measurable outcomes. Success requires a combination of strategic thinking, hands‑on execution, resilience, and a willingness to navigate ambiguity, solve difficult problems, and remain focused on achieving meaningful outcomes. This is an opportunity for someone who is motivated by mission‑driven work, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and wants to make a meaningful impact on the health care experience for millions of Medicare and Medicaid members.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Core hours are M-F from 9am-5pm CT.

Primary Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects from initiation through implementation
• Define project scope, milestones, success metrics, governance structures, and execution strategies
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans that align teams around shared objectives and timelines
• Manage cross‑functional dependencies and ensure coordinated execution across multiple workstreams
• Monitor progress, remove roadblocks, and drive accountability for delivery commitments
• Stakeholder Management & Influence
• Build solid partnerships across business, technology, marketing, operations, and supporting functions
• Facilitate alignment among stakeholders with competing priorities and perspectives
• Drive decision‑making by presenting options, trade‑offs, risks, and recommendations
• Resolve conflicts and navigate ambiguity to maintain project momentum
• Risk Management & Problem Solving
• Anticipate risks, challenges, and execution gaps before they impact delivery
• Develop mitigation strategies and proactively adjust plans to address changing business needs
• Escalate critical issues appropriately while recommending actionable solutions
• Executive Communication & Reporting
• Prepare concise, executive‑ready communications, status reports, and presentations
• Translate complex project activities into clear business outcomes, risks, and decisions
• Provide leadership with transparency into progress, dependencies, and trade‑offs
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes, governance, and team effectiveness
• Implement best practices that increase efficiency, predictability, and execution excellence
• Contribute to the maturation of project management capabilities across the organization
• Ability to define analytic requirements for products & initiatives. Partner with analytics team to refine dashboards based on reporting needs.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of project or program management experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives
• Experience driving projects from strategy through implementation and delivery
• Proficiency with project planning, risk management, and executive reporting
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and dependencies simultaneously
• Demonstrated solid communication, facilitation, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and digital automation tools to enhance project execution, streamline processes, and improve business outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or related project management certification
• Experience leading projects within Medicare, Medicaid, Dual Eligible, or other Government Programs environments
• Experience leading initiatives within a large, matrixed organization
• Experience supporting operational transformation, process improvement, or strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated solid business acumen with the ability to connect execution activities to organizational outcomes

Interview process

2-3 rounds (depending on manager request for an additional partner interview)

• Video interviews
• No technical interview required

Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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