Project Manager- Child Welfare

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage complex technical initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to client objectives.

You will partner with engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define scope, milestones, risks, and success criteria; maintain plans, RAID logs, and status reports; travel as needed to client sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, CS or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Ten+ years in technical/project/program management in a tech environment; PMP or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring on-time delivery and within scope.
• 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 for stakeholders.
• Coordinate resources, facilitate meetings, drive issue resolution, and remove blockers to enable execution.
• Track progress, manage scope changes, escalate risks, and support process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft ADO

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

PMP certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft ADO

Job description

Job Family:IT Project Management, Technology ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 25%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat 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 escalate 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 effortsWhat 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 methodsExcellent 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 guidanceCCWIS project experienceThe 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:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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]. 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