Project Manager- Child Welfare

Guidehouse Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex technical initiatives in Atlanta. You will partner with engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define scope, milestones, risks, and success criteria, while maintaining detailed plans and reports.

The role requires 10+ years in technical PM, PMP certification, and experience with state-health engagements. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in technical project/program management in technology environments.
• PMP or equivalent certification required.
• Experience managing technology engagements for State Health and Human Services agencies, preferably Child Welfare.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and drive cross-functional execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success criteria.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and communication plans.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Risk and issue management

Data analysis and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, CS or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft ADO

Job description

Job Family :

IT Project Management, Technology Consulting

Travel Required :

Up to 25%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do :

• Lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define project scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success criteria.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, status reports, RAID logs, and communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and projects on track.
• Coordinate resources, facilitate meetings, drive issue resolution, and proactively remove blockers to support successful execution.
• Track progress against commitments, manage scope changes, and elevate risks or impediments as needed to ensure project delivery.
• Support process improvement efforts and help establish project management best practices, tools, and standards across the team.
• Contribute to Business Development efforts

What You Will Need :

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ten(10) + years of experience in technical project management, program management, or related roles in a technology environment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project or program management certification is required.
• 3+ experience managing technology engagements for State Health and Human Services agencies, preferably Child Welfare.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive cross-functional execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of project management and Agile methods
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Microsoft ADO.
• Experience working in enterprise platform or cloud-based technology environments.
• Experience leading large-scale or highly complex technical initiatives.
• Ability to analyze data and create executive-level reporting and presentations.
• Must be able to travel to client site regularly.
• Must be US citizen Or Permanent resident.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their "PUBLIC TRUST" prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Familiarity with CCWIS federal guidance
• CCWIS project experience

The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer :

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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