Lead Consultant, Project Management

Description & Requirements

Are you a seasoned Project Management Professional with a passion for driving impactful change in the public sector? We are seeking a dynamic Remote Project Management Lead Consultant to lead large systems projects and facilitate collaboration within our virtual team. With a minimum of seven years in project management and extensive experience in organizational change, risk assessment, and business process modeling, you will play a critical role in supporting public sector initiatives that serve vulnerable populations across California. If you're looking for an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work alongside talented colleagues, and make a tangible difference in communities, we want to hear from you!

At Maximus we offer a wide range of benefits to include:

- Work/Life Balance Support - Flexibility tailored to your needs

- Competitive Compensation - Bonuses based on performance included

- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.

- Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.

- Paid Time Off Package - Enjoy paid time off, Holidays, and extended sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.

- Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.

- Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.

- Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.

- Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.

- Professional Development Opportunities - Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Complete cost allocation plans for assigned clients.

- Obtain contract renewals for multiple clients.

- Manage relationships with multiple clients as well as project staff responsible for projects.

- Support leadership in ensuring that the project is delivered to specifications, on time and within budget.

- Track the status and due dates of projects.

- Collaborate with project managers on various initiatives and projects to track progress and provide support as necessary.

- Facilitate regular meetings and reviews.

- Adhere to contract requirements and comply with all corporate policies and procedures.

- Evaluate employee performance and recommend employees' needs and development opportunities to leadership.

- Be available to work remotely in a virtual team and office environment and travel to client locations in California as needed.

- Highly proficient in business process modeling and analysis

- Experience within state government

- Experience working with multiple teams.

- Experience leading projects and/or facilitating standing workgroup/workstream meetings and collaboration sessions.

- Recent project experience with a public sector agency serving vulnerable populations

- Strong interpersonal and team-building skills, as well as an understanding of client relationship building are essential

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, facilitation, and communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal.

- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment focused on learning, opportunities for impact, and collaboration with colleagues.

- Ability to explain and communicate program and functional subjects to non-expert audiences.

- Ability to develop solutions to highly complex problems which require a high degree of ingenuity and innovation.

- Ability to ensure solutions are consistent with organization, client, and project objectives.

- Ability to develop advanced concepts, techniques, and standards requiring a high level of interpersonal and technical skills.

- Excellent verbal and writing skills

- Good organization skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

- Viewed as expert in the field within the organization.

- Must have the flexibility for travel and a hybrid work schedule with remote and onsite work at project offices

- Proficiency in Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in related field.

- 7-10 years of relevant professional experience required.

- Ability to communicate well with multiple clients and consultants.

- Knowledge of state and local governments.

- Must have a minimum five (5) years of experience performing vendor management and project oversight

- Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of Project Management experience for large systems projects.

- Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience directly related to large public sector projects that include industry-standard and best practices. Preferably working in Health and Human Services.

- Must be willing and able to travel to client locations in California as needed.

- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI)Advanced Degree preferred.

- Preferred location: state of California, or states in the Pacific Time Zone.

Home Office Requirements:

- Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to

- Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router.

- Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US.

EEO Statement


Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency


Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at [email protected] .

Minimum Salary


$

83,400.00

Maximum Salary


$

160,000.00