We are looking for Project Manager for our client in Plano, TX

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Location: Plano, TX

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $67.00hr - $72.00hr

Job Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with 8-10 years of proven experience managing end-to-end software development projects within the healthcare domain. The candidate will lead cross-functional teams through all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring successful delivery of high-quality healthcare solutions.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams through all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring successful delivery of high-quality healthcare solutions. The candidate should possess strong expertise in Agile methodologies, Jira, Smartsheet, project governance, stakeholder management, and healthcare application development.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
Lead multiple healthcare software projects simultaneously while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, developers, QA teams, and external vendors.
Develop project plans, schedules, resource allocation plans, and status reports using Jira and Smartsheet.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
Track project progress, risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
Monitor project KPIs and provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Ensure adherence to healthcare industry regulations, compliance standards, and data privacy requirements.
Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), system integration testing, and production deployments.
Drive continuous process improvements and implement best practices in project management.
Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource utilization.
Establish effective communication channels across business and technology teams.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Healthcare Informatics, or a related field.
8-10 years of experience managing software development projects.
5+ years of experience in Healthcare IT or Healthcare Software Development.
Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
Hands-on experience with Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence, and Microsoft Project.
Experience managing distributed and cross-functional teams.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving, risk management, and decision-making capabilities.
Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.

Preferred Qualifications:

PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master (CSM), or SAFe certification.
Experience with healthcare systems such as Electronic Health Records (EHR/EMR), Claims Processing, Prior Authorization, Care Management, Population Health, Provider and Member Portals.
Knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards including HL7, FHIR, HIPAA, EDI X12.
Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and release management processes.

Technical Skills:

Jira.
Smartsheet.
Confluence.
Microsoft Project.
Azure DevOps.
Agile/Scrum.
SDLC Management.
Risk & Dependency Management.
Release Management.
UAT Coordination.
Dashboard & Reporting.

Key Competencies:

Leadership and Team Management.
Strategic Planning.
Client and Stakeholder Management.
Healthcare Domain Knowledge.
Communication and Presentation Skills.
Conflict Resolution.
Change Management.
Results-Oriented Execution.

Desired Industry Experience:

Healthcare Payers, Providers, Managed Care Organizations, Health Insurance, Digital Health, or Healthcare Technology Solutions.

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Benefits

Our Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.

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