Technical Project Manager- Child Welfare

Guidehouse; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead child welfare technology initiatives remotely in the United States. You will collaborate with engineering, product, operations, and stakeholders to define scope, milestones, risks, and success criteria, and maintain detailed project plans and RAID logs.

The role requires 10+ years in technical project management, PMP certification, and experience in State Health and Human Services engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ten+ years of experience in technical project management, program management, or related roles in a technology environment.
• PMI- or equivalent certification (PMP) required.
• 3+ years managing technology engagements for State Health and Human Services agencies, preferably Child Welfare.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects 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.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or Microsoft ADO.

Responsibilities

• 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 to define scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success criteria.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and communication plans for stakeholders.
• Coordinate resources, facilitate meetings, remove blockers, and drive issue resolution.
• Track progress against commitments, manage scope changes, and escalate risks as needed.
• Support process improvement and establish project management best practices across the team.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business/IT/CS

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft ADO

Job description

## Technical Project Manager- Child WelfareApply: US - Remote (Any location): Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: 42415**Job Family:**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 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 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 experienceThe annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. 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 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