MDW Project Manager

Mandatory Qualifications

Education/Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or higher
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a project manager in a software development environment
• Three (3) or more years of project management in a Healthcare environment.

Software Development Life Cycle

• Deep understanding of various Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies and the knowledge to apply them appropriately
• Strong grasp of technical solutioning concepts, linking business needs with technical architecture and solutions.

Communication and Client Management

• Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders by acting as a trusted advisor
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing strategies for effective communication and collaboration between the development team and non-technical client stakeholders.
• Must be self-motivated, resourceful, and adaptable to work efficiently and independently in a remote-first environment
• Accurately interprets and effectively responds to client needs, employing strong communication and problem-solving skills to tailor solutions and manage expectations

Project Management and Documentation

• Experience developing statements of work, formal/informal communications, technical reports and proposals
• Extensive experience in managing complex projects, including contract management and process reengineering.
• Proficiency in developing project schedules, identifying and mitigating risks, managing project budgets, and adjusting based on schedule and scope changes.
• Experience in allocating human and technical resources according to project needs

Tools

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Experience using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Prior experience within an IT Health domain, preferably Medicaid experience.
• Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).

Professional certification in Project Management, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute or equivalent.