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Certified Project Manager IV/Sr.

100% Remote (Within US)

10.0 Months

Full-Time $17-$22/hr

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Posted: Jul 16, 2026

Ref: BTWICP167

Position Overview

The client seeks a highly experienced individual to serve as the Child Care Systems Modernization Strategic Consultant. This individual will provide strategic guidance and hands-on execution during the planning and procurement phases of a multi-year child care systems modernization initiative.

The Strategic Consultant will be responsible for building the foundation of the modernization effort, including defining scope, coordinating stakeholders, developing procurement strategies, managing vendor engagements, and establishing the governance, planning, and operational structures necessary for successful implementation.

The selected contractor will operate with a high degree of independence and will leverage existing client subject matter experts, business leaders, and technology staff to advance the initiative.

The contractor will be expected to directly produce work products and deliverables rather than relying on dedicated project staff. Success in this role requires both strategic management and hands-on execution.

Project management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is required

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Modernization Leadership
Develop and maintain an overall modernization roadmap and implementation strategy.
Assess current-state business processes, technology systems, organizational readiness, and modernization needs.
Identify risks, dependencies, and critical decision points requiring executive engagement.
Recommend phased approaches for procurement, implementation, organizational change management, and business transformation.

Procurement and Vendor Management
Lead development of procurement strategies and supporting documentation.
Draft and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and related procurement materials.
Evaluate vendor proposals and support contract negotiations.
Advise client leadership on vendor selection, contracting approaches, and governance structures.
Establish performance expectations and accountability measures for future vendors and implementation partners.

Partner Coordination and Governance
Coordinate activities across business, policy, finance, procurement, and technology teams.
Facilitate executive decision-making and ensure alignment among partners and stakeholders.
Develop governance structures, decision frameworks, reporting processes, and escalation protocols.
Prepare executive briefings, status reports, and strategic recommendations.

Program Development and Readiness
Identify resource needs and recommend future staffing and contractor support models.
Develop foundational project artifacts, including charters, workplans, risk registers, issue logs, and implementation frameworks.
Support development of business requirements, process improvement opportunities, and future-state operating models.
Establish structures necessary for transition from planning into implementation.

Expected Outcomes
Within the first 12 months, the Strategic Consultant will establish the strategic, procurement, governance, and operational foundations necessary to launch the child care modernization program and transition into full implementation with selected vendors and project teams. Within the first 24 months, the first phase of implementation will be successfully delivered.

Responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work efforts. Establishes and implements project management processes and methodologies for the IT community to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high quality standards, and meet customer expectations. Responsible for assembling project plans and teamwork assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis, identifying resource needs, performing quality review; and escalating functional, quality, and timeline issues appropriately. Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed. Assists program manager(s) in partnering with senior management of the business community to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise. Must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management techniques. This is a management role with human resource management responsibilities (e.g., hiring, performance management). Manages one or more cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity. A more senior role, with responsibility for multiple large, complex projects with greater impact to the enterprise. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience. Project management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is required. Typically has 15 or more years of IT work experience, including 4 or more years managing projects. Experience with projects in multiple technologies and functions.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with human services, child care, public assistance, eligibility, licensing, grants management, or other government program systems.
Experience modernizing legacy systems.
Familiarity with cloud-based platforms, modular procurement strategies, and agile delivery approaches.
Experience establishing governance structures for large-scale modernization initiatives.

Qualification - Minimum Experience
Project Management of Large Initiatives - 15
Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) - 15
Procurement Planning - 10
Prepare Written Reports - 12
Strong Communication Skills - 12
Prepare Executive Briefings - 12
MS Project or equivalent - 12

Top skills:
Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) (15+ years)
Written and Verbal Communication
Critical Thinking
Procurement Planning (10+ years)
Significant experience leading large-scale technology modernization or digital transformation initiatives.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex technology procurements.
Experience with vendor selection, contract negotiation, and multi-vendor environments.
Experience facilitating executive-level decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

Top 3-4 desired skills required for the position:
Project Management

Notes:
90-100% remote but can require staff to come onsite as necessary with sufficient notice. Onsite work is not likely, but candidate should be prepared to come onsite if required.
Candidate must be available to perform all work during the Central Standard Time (CST) business hours 9:00 am – 3 pm (or CST hours as defined by the hiring manager)

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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