NTT DATA North America · 1 day ago
Senior Contract Project Manager
Springfield, IL
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expNTT DATA North America is a leading business and technology services provider, and they are seeking a Senior Contract Project Manager to oversee the modernization of the Illinois Medicaid Enterprise System. This role involves managing all activities related to project execution, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives effectively.
ConsultingDigital MarketingInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyIT Management
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the delivery of all services and activities listed in the task order, including enterprise system/business needs assessment, vendor/market research, procurement strategy, cost estimation, specification and scope of work development, solicitation support, contract management, and performance evaluation
Oversee the development, review, and timely submission of all required deliverables, such as project plans, monthly progress reports, planning documents, compliance assessments, IT asset inventories, market analyses, organizational and modernization assessments, procurement strategies, solicitation documents, and status reports
Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, communication plans, risk logs, and issue logs, ensuring alignment with approved timelines and milestones
Ensure all internal and external project communications and reporting are occurring, including regular status updates to the client, Account Manager, and federal government (as required)
Provide thorough review and quality assurance of project deliverables, ensuring review and approval milestones are met and that company documentation standards are followed
Establish and enforce appropriate governance structures and project quality standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and contract requirements
Follow and manage processes for change management, cost tracking, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle
Assign tasks, supervise, and coordinate internal staff and subcontractors, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and contractual requirements
Manage client relationships and expectations, working regularly with key client leadership and serving as the primary contract liaison and deliverable manager for HFS
Provide recommendations to the client on critical business and project decisions, supporting organizational assessment and modernization advisory needs
Ensure all project-identified processes and methodologies are executed and followed as applicable
Create and sustain a culture that encourages high performance of individuals and teams
Assist with workforce management, including hiring, scheduling, and staff orientation
Communicate project status, risks, and issues to all stakeholders, and develop and submit complete and accurate reports as needed
Oversee compliance with project financials, including budgeting, pricing analysis, and cost management across the entire project lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Bachelor's degree and eight to ten (8-10) years of progressive experience and possess extensive knowledge when advising on large and high complex project/programs
Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing complex acquisition management or program/project management support services, including experience with public sector or government contracts
Minimum five (5) years working on Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) or Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) projects
Minimum three to five (3-5) years supervising work product delivery from a team and coordinating service delivery
Minimum 3 years using Microsoft Project
Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearances or certifications as specified in the contract
Extensive experience preparing for and facilitating meetings, interviews, presentations, and training sessions, as well as maintaining related documentation
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, including formal presentations for executive audiences and end users
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish relationships, influence stakeholders, and provide outstanding customer service
Preferred
HHS or government consulting experience
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state acquisition policies, regulations, and directives to all project activities
Experience analyzing cost and pricing data, supporting proposal evaluations, and preparing for contract negotiations
Experience with budget management, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordinating tasks to completion according to schedule
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and project management software
Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and adaptability to changing priorities and requirements
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet objectives and process large amounts of information into actionable work products
Skilled in using quantitative data to drive recommendations and decisions
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
Flexible spending or health savings account
Life and AD&D insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program with company match
Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits
Company
NTT DATA North America
NTT DATA, Inc. is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services.
10001+ employees
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