IT Project Manager

Epic Project Manager - 26-00641 100% Remote 6+Mths Duration Temp W2 or C2C

Position Summary The Epic Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering assigned Epic projects in support of larger Epic programs and initiatives. This role focuses on day-to-day project execution, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with clinical, technical, and business requirements. The Epic Project Manager works under the direction of an Epic Program Manager and partners closely with clinical, IT, and vendor teams.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Epic projects from initiation through closure, ensuring delivery within defined scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and task dependencies.
• Coordinate day-to-day project activities across internal teams, third-party vendors, and Epic resources.
• Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, and status reviews.
• Track project progress, risks, issues, and action items; escalate appropriately to the Epic Program Manager.
• Support requirements gathering, documentation, and validation activities.
• Manage project-level scope, including change requests and impact assessments.
• Coordinate resource planning and task assignments for project team members.
• Monitor project budgets for assigned efforts and report variances.
• Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, Epic implementation standards, and operational readiness activities.
• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Partner with clinical, technical, and business users to ensure solutions meet operational needs.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5-7 years of healthcare project management experience.
• Hands-on experience supporting or delivering Epic implementations, upgrades, or enhancements.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and matrixed project teams.
• Strong project scheduling, tracking, and coordination skills.
• Strong issue and risk management capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of SDLC methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Epic certification in at least one module (e.g., EpicCare, Resolute, Cadence) preferred.
• PMP or PMI certification preferred (not required).
• Experience working in complex healthcare IT environments.
• Proficiency with project management tools and healthcare systems.

#LI About NTT DATA Services:

NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting hourly range for this remote role is $65 to $74. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits.