Job Description
World At Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 4,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Abt Associates seeks a Healthcare Project Director with deep program, policy, management consulting, operations, implementation, and analytics experience relevant to leading large and complex Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) payment model design and implementation work. The successful candidate will have a leadership role on a CMS-funded project and will also support business development opportunities within Abt’s Healthcare portfolio. This candidate would play a lead role in managing the team and leading client interaction on a day-to-day basis. The candidate will enjoy working in a team environment, participating in, and leading major projects, directing proposal efforts, and building and maintaining relationships with clients. They will maintain excellent relationships with federal agencies/sponsors as well as Abt partners and consultants and be regarded within target agencies and organizations as a subject matter expert. The candidate will have demonstrated capability of leading and directing large, complex projects, including: an understanding of the Medicaid and Medicare program and policy landscape, strong project and financial management fundamentals, and ability to successfully lead large project teams.
Core Responsibilities
- Serve as project director for large HHS implementation projects.
- Participate with other senior staff in CMS business development activities by obtaining additional work from existing clients or by identifying new opportunities.
- Guide and lead the preparation and review of project reports and findings.
- Provide guidance, oversight, and mentorship to team(s).
- Support business development efforts related to health policy implementation work, particularly in the Medicaid domain.
What We Value
- Experience in directing large implementation projects, preferably with CMS.
- Experience with primary care providers preferred.
- A mix of program and data experience.
- Position also requires significant experience in project and program development and client relationship management and proven track record of project leadership.
- Master’s Degree + 12 years of relevant experience, or PhD + Ten years of relevant experience
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $120,888.08 to $193,420.92 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
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