Manager - Government Consulting

About This Role

This role involves leading project support across multiple workstreams for publicly funded health system clients within the Federal Health Practice. The successful candidate will proactively lead with strong project management and relevant content expertise, working closely with leadership to manage risks and ensure project execution on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts with the Federal Health leadership team, build repeatable processes, and ensure alignment with client goals and internal teams
• Collaborate closely with project leads and managers to drive and support project execution and delivery
• Develop, maintain, and oversee comprehensive workplans, including deliverable schedules, milestones, and resource allocation
• Monitor program-specific financials, including forecasting and tracking spend to ensure budget adherence
• Identify, document, and manage internal and client risks, escalating issues as appropriate to mitigate impact
• Responsible for proper onboarding of new project team members, including training and mentoring efforts to build team capabilities
• Liaise with internal business and corporate stakeholders to establish processes and support to foster compliance for the federal health practice
• Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular status updates and reports
• Support delivery activities as needed, contributing to successful client outcomes

Requirements

• Proven experience in program management, preferably within federal health or defense-related environments
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience mentoring or training early career staff in project management and scheduling functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage project financials, including forecasting and budget tracking
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a remote team environment
• Familiarity with publicly funded health systems, particularly federal health programs
• Familiarity with managed healthcare (commercial, Medicaid managed care, Medicare Advantage, TRICARE, ...)
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits
• Tuition assistance
• 401K savings and other retirement programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Performance-based incentives

Important Details

• Schedule: typical working hour: 9am - 5pm (Eastern Standard Time)
• Work format: hybrid or remote
• Travel: 25%-30% (fluctuates based on client engagements and staffing needs)

About the Company

Marsh is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective.