Data Analytics Project Manager(Medicaid Exp must)

Job Description

Job Description

Medicaid Exp must- please dont submit if you dont have Medicaid exp Medicaid exp is must

Job Title : Data Analytics Project Manager

Location : U.S. (with travel to Springfield, IL 1 2 times per

year)

As a Project Manager in Data Analytics, youll lead strategic initiatives including implementation and operations that make healthcare data accessible, secure, and actionable. Youll work in a high-performance culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, an ideal environment to do your lifes best work.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead Data-Driven Projects : Based on the Project Management Institute (PMI), Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), manage the full lifecycle of data warehouse and analytics initiatives, ensuring alignment with client goals and business outcomes.

Drive Strategic Execution : Oversee project planning, resource forecasting, risk mitigation, and delivery using PMI PMBOK and Agile methodologies.

Foster Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with clients, end users, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction.

Ensure Quality and Compliance : Review deliverables, enforce standards, and manage change control and contract compliance.

Communicate and Collaborate : Facilitate meetings, status reporting, and executive updates while promoting a culture of transparency and accountability.

Mentor and Inspire Teams : Lead and motivate direct and matrixed resources, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in computer science, Data Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of experience managing complex data analytics or BI projects, preferably in healthcare

Proven experience with data warehousing, reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and stakeholder management

Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement

Preferred Qualifications :

Masters degree in public health, Administration, or Data Analytics

PMP or CBIP certification; Agile / Scrum experience

Experience with Medicaid programs, MMIS, and federal reporting (e.g., CMS 64, T-MSIS)

Familiarity with tools such as Teradata, Informatica, SAS, Business Objects, and Microsoft Project

Experience managing contracts over $5M and leading change / risk management efforts

This is a remote position.