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Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead digital initiatives of varying complexity within a fast-paced, Agile environment for our leading healthcare client. This role is responsible for driving successful project outcomes through effective planning, execution, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who ensures alignment with departmental goals while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Key Responsibilities Project Execution & Delivery
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Project Manager II
2001 16th Street Denver, CO 80202 US
Posted: 02/26/2026
2026-02-26
2026-04-04
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Category: Project Manager
Job Number: 25537
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead digital initiatives of varying complexity within a fast-paced, Agile environment for our leading healthcare client. This role is responsible for driving successful project outcomes through effective planning, execution, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who ensures alignment with departmental goals while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- 9-month contract (potential extension/conversion).
- 100% remote.
- Target Pay Rate: $50/hr, W2 only.
- Full-time hours expected, this is not a part-time contract.
Key Responsibilities Project Execution & Delivery
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Lead the planning, scheduling, tracking, and delivery of project goals, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely and high-quality outcomes.
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Partner with stakeholders to define project scope and manage the change control process with appropriate leadership oversight.
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Apply Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to manage backlogs, facilitate sprint ceremonies, and guide iterative development cycles.
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Take full ownership of projects from initiation through closure, maintaining accountability for results.
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Analyze project outcomes, capture lessons learned, and apply insights to improve future delivery.
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Provide day-to-day coordination and leadership for cross-functional project teams.
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Remove impediments and promote a collaborative, productive team environment.
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Execute a comprehensive communication plan to keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and milestones.
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Facilitate project meetings, workshops, sprint ceremonies, and retrospectives to ensure alignment and continuous improvement.
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Contribute to project budget development and actively track financial performance, including actuals, forecasts, and variances.
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Identify, document, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
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Develop and implement mitigation and contingency plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
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Support PMO continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing performance data and sharing best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience may be considered.
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Minimum (5) years of IT experience, including at least (5)Â years managing IT projects.
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Demonstrated ability to translate business strategies into actionable project plans.
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Proven experience leading Agile projects (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
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Experience managing projects involving cloud technologies (preferably GCP).
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Demonstrated expertise in resource management and change management practices.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Project required; intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other recognized project management certification.
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Change management or Lean Six Sigma certification.
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Experience with Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools such as Targetprocess, Clarity, Smartsheet, Jira, or Microsoft Project Online.
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Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
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Familiarity with Continuous Discovery and Delivery frameworks.
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Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, finance).
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