Senior Project Manager – Medicaid Implementation

Humana

. Manage all aspects of Medicaid implementation projects from start to finish, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesSenior💰 $86,300 - $118,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Medicaid implementation projects, including project planning, execution, and closure, while ensuring compliance with budget and quality standards. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with stakeholders to align project objectives with organizational goals.

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Project ManagementMedicaid ExperienceChange ManagementAgile Development MethodologyMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRequirements AssessmentBudgetingRisk ManagementQuality ControlStakeholder CommunicationMatrixed Environment ExperienceSystems Development Life CycleWaterfall MethodologyBusiness Operations

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam MotivationNegotiationEffective CommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

ProsciSix SigmaProject Management Institute

Industry Keywords

Managed CareHealthcare SystemHealth PlanMedicaidMedicarePHIHIPAA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all aspects of Medicaid implementation projects from start to finish, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion
Plan, organize, monitor, and oversee complex projects using cross-functional teams
Assist in training and perform duties as the dedicated Project Manager
Manage the full project life cycle, including requirements assessment, project planning, scheduling, resourcing, budgeting, execution, deployment, and closure
Maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, issue lists, project plans, and risk management plans
Communicate project status to stakeholders and external agencies
Negotiate with stakeholders to identify resources, resolve issues, and mitigate risks
Coordinate cross-functional meetings and align stakeholder expectations with company objectives
Provide functional and technical knowledge across business and technical areas
Monitor project deliverables, including design documents, test plans, training materials, and operations documentation
Provide leadership for project teams and motivate members to meet goals and milestones
Report on project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues to leadership
Assess interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs
Perform internal project quality control and participate in issue resolution
Define Statements of Work and specifications for Medicaid contracts/RFPs
Manage project/program expectations, delegate deliverables, and manage issues and risks
Deliver effective executive-level communication
Ensure projects and programs meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, or 5 years of relevant work experience
5+ years of formal Project Management experience working with large size initiatives
2+ years of experience in Change Management
3+ years working in a managed care healthcare system or health plan
Experience working in Medicaid and/or Medicare
3+ years of experience in a matrixed environment
Knowledge of Systems Development Life Cycle, Waterfall, and Agile Development Methodologies
Experience in business operations or consulting services in a health plan
Solid understanding of operations, technology, communications and processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Experience with Smartsheet (PM tool)
Prosci, Six Sigma, and/or Project Management Institute certifications
Ability to work Monday through Friday, typically 8–5 pm Eastern Time
Internet service with minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps
Dedicated work space without ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Company and personal holidays
Paid parental and caregiver leave
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Whole-person wellness and personal wellness support
Remote work arrangement
Up to 10% travel to Humana office locations