Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: St. Paul, MN (Hybrid)

Are you a seasoned project leader with a passion for public health, cross-sector collaboration, and complex healthcare transformation? Trissential is hiring a Senior Project Manager to join our client’s team and lead the implementation of a high-impact Medicaid Waiver initiative. If you're energized by strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and making a tangible impact on community well-being, this opportunity is for you.

What’s in It for You?

• Mission-Driven Work – Be part of a critical healthcare initiative that transforms Medicaid services and reinvestment strategies.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration – Engage with counties, corrections, human services, and managed care organizations.
• Remote Flexibility – Work from anywhere in the U.S. while leading large-scale, meaningful projects.
• Professional Influence – Shape governance, strategic direction, and implementation of state and federally guided programs. Supportive Partnership – Join a Trissential-led engagement known for clear communication, organizational structure, and values-driven consulting.
  
  

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project charter, clearly defining scope, goals, and resource needs.
• Create and socialize governance structures and role clarity to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Facilitate cross-agency communication, ensuring consistent updates on project milestones and decision points.
• Coordinate planning and collaboration among diverse stakeholders including government, healthcare, and social service entities.
• Develop and manage detailed implementation and reinvestment plans aligned with CMS and federal requirements.
• Build structured timelines and track key dependencies across workstreams.
• Create and maintain a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to guide deliverables.
• Continuously assess risks and drive strategic solutions to keep the project on track.
• Document and maintain all essential project artifacts, including charters, scope documents, and status reports.
  
  

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• 8+ years of experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects, ideally in healthcare or government sectors.
• Proven ability to develop governance structures, facilitate collaboration, and define scope for large initiatives.
• Strong understanding of CMS requirements, Medicaid frameworks, and cross-sector healthcare strategies.
• Expertise in building project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and WBS documentation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
  

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Prior experience managing Medicaid projects or similar state/federal healthcare programs.
• Familiarity with reinvestment strategies and Medicaid policy implementation.
• Experience working with corrections, managed care, or county-level agencies.
  
  

Education & Certifications You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  
  

What We Offer

At Trissential, we partner with organizations doing vital work—and we make sure you have the support, clarity, and flexibility to thrive in your role.

• Competitive Salary – $120,000 - $130,000 annually based on experience.
• Paid Time Off – 3 weeks of PTO annually.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Remote Work – Flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Career Growth – Gain visibility and influence across high-impact state and federal initiatives.
• Supportive Culture – Join a team that values strategic thinking, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.
  
  

Ready to drive real change in healthcare systems? Apply today and become the strategic force behind this transformation with Trissential!