Medicaid Project Manager

Medicaid Project Manager - PMP Certified NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative, and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Montgomery, Alabama. This can be a remote position with limited travel to the client's site. The Project Manager will play a key role in the successful implementation and adoption of a Provider Module for a large health care system implementations/enhancements. The Project Manager will be primarily responsible for the health of their cohort project. The Project Manager will be responsible for performing, delegating, and managing the activities within the cohort project team, working closely with direct business partners and vendor teams. He/she will actively participate in the development and delivery of program and quality management services and associated deliverables. The Project Manager will work under the direct leadership of the PMO Program Manager. Primary point of contact for vendor/cohort. Responsible for the health and quality of the vendor/cohort project. Responsible for keeping all phases of the vendor/cohort project on time. Oversee daily activities of the vendor/cohort team including making assignments and maintaining control over the assignments, schedule, and performance of the project team members. Develop and maintain a project schedule and monitor key milestones and deliverables. Identify, manage, and report on project risks and issues. Perform review/assessment of project deliverables, project work products, and other activities necessary of an effective PMO team. Assess project risk and evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation strategies applied. Support NTT Project Management methodology, process, and implementation guidance. Assist with the development, maintenance, and execution of the Program Management Plan and Integrated Project Plans. Monitor progress and quality against the established Project Management Plan. Evaluate whether the Contractor work plans, including tools and resource allocations, are appropriate and reasonable in meeting project timeframes. Participate in project activities and review and comment on essential project documents to ensure an effective project management process (including, but not limited to risk management, schedule and cost management, change management, and issue resolution) is consistent with approved project plans. Monitor outcomes of project controlling activities such as risk identification and mitigation, issue resolution, budget status, change requests affecting scope, etc. to ensure processes are being utilized, are effective, and updated as needed. Prepare or contribute to status reports and agendas for weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly meetings. Participate in and communicate organizational project strategy decisions. Required Qualifications 8+ years of experience running multiple concurrent projects. 6+ years of Medicaid systems or operations project management experience. 4+ years of experience managing projects in their assigned area. 3 5 years of experience managing multi-vendor projects. 3 - 5 years of strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Project. 2 4 years of experience with Certification and CMS procurement requirements. 1 - 2 years performing procurement work (developing RFIs/RFPs, vendor selection and evaluation, etc.). Experience with Medicaid Information Technology Architecture (MITA) 3.0 including the maturity matrix and the Seven Conditions and Standards. Working knowledge of Medicaid Transformation Initiative. PMP or equivalent certification. Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or similar field or equivalent work experience. Preferred Skills PMO experience. Familiarity with CMS Certification. Experience with state IT system procurement process. Must be a team player and a consistent, dependable performer with an excellent work ethic, flexible "can-do" attitude, and a results-driven commitment to success. Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills. Experience with communications and presentations to executive management. Experience with contract administration and vendor management. Strong leadership aptitude to foster a positive work environment that considers the dynamics of physical, social, psychological, and environmental factors. Strong interpersonal skills to build client rapport and develop/discipline/reward employees. Ability to handle ambiguity and change. About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers, and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D. Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.