Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
 
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
 
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Core Responsibilities

• The  PM will ideally bring expertise in vendor management, contract execution, and schedule management related to third-party engagements.

• Experience managing vendor timelines, contract milestones, and cross-organizational dependencies is highly preferred, though not required.

• Quickly establish trust with project sponsors and key stakeholders.

• Lead end-to-end AI implementation projects aligned with client objectives and organizational strategy.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external clients, serving as the primary point of contact for project communications.

• Manage cross-functional teams, including Data Scientists, Data Engineers, DaVita teammates, and contractors.

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

• Provide polished executive communication, collaborating with Senior IT Leaders and Business Executives.

• Operate effectively in an empowered, high-accountability environment, using professional judgment to drive business value.

• Manage delivery of 2–4 large-scale, complex IT/AI projects simultaneously.

• Represent projects in governance forums and cross-departmental meetings.

• Collaborate with Project Leadership Teams to create and maintain project charters, schedules, communication plans, and change requests (PCRs).

• Serve as the single accountable party for project financial management, including forecasting, accrual tracking, variance management, contingency oversight, and labor approvals.

• Partner with lane leads to develop and maintain staffing plans.

• Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate appropriately to Sponsors, PMO Leadership, and Senior IT Leadership.

• (Preferred for second PM role) Manage vendor schedules, contract milestones, and third-party delivery timelines to ensure contractual and operational alignment.

Education & Qualifications

• Proven ability to build long-term professional relationships grounded in trust and respect.

• Strong business and technical acumen.

• Experience managing stakeholder expectations in complex IT environments.

• Adaptable leadership style suited for dynamic environments with evolving business needs.

• Exceptional communication skills across executive, technical, and business audiences.

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.

• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures.

• Experience managing IT and AI implementation projects.

• Demonstrated track record of successful technology project delivery.

• Excellent client communication and relationship management skills.

• PMP or Agile certification required.

• Experience with Agile/Iterative tools (Jira, Confluence).

• Experience with PPM tools (Apptio TargetProcess).

• Financial management experience (Apptio One, Excel).

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Ambient Listening, Machine Learning, and emerging AI technologies.

• UX/User Experience project experience.

• Experience working within a Product-Centric organization.

• Experience managing AI vendors from RFP through implementation.

Education and Qualifications:

• Proven ability to build strong, long-term professional relationships, based upon trust and respect.
• Sound business and technical acumen
• Experienced with stakeholder expectation management
• Adaptable leader who is thrives in a dynamic work environment, in which project solutions deliver real benefit to patients, and in which business needs evolve over the lifecycle of individual projects
• Excellent ability to communicate at all levels in a clear, confident, concise manner.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to learn and navigate complex organizational structures
• 4+ years of experience managing IT and AI implementation projects
• Strong track record of successful project delivery in technology implementations
• Excellent client communication and relationship management skills
• PMP certification or Agile certification
• Experience using Agile/Iterative project management platforms (Jira, Confluence)
• Experience using a PPM (Project and Portfolio Management) tool. (Apptio Target Process)
• Experience financial management (Apptio One, Excel)

Nice to have:

• Ambient listening, Machine Learning knowledge and understanding of AI technologies
• Emerging AI technology
• UX/User Experience project experience
• Working in Product Centric Organization
• Working with AI Vendors from RFP to implementation

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Employee Requirements  

• Participation in both internal meetings and external meetings via video calls, as necessary. 
• Ability to go into corporate or client offices to work onsite, as necessary. 
• Prolonged periods of remaining stationary at a desk and working on a computer, as necessary. 
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead, as necessary. 
• Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment, as necessary. 
• Vision abilities including close vision, toleration of fluorescent lighting, and adjusting focus, as necessary. 
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, ability to lift 25 lbs, as necessary. 
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required, as driving is an essential job function.

*If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees requiring accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs, absent undue hardship.   

USA Benefits (Full time roles only, does not apply to contractor positions)

• Robust healthcare and benefits including Medical, Dental, vision, Disability coverage, and various other benefit options  
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Transit, and Dependent Care)  
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverages  
• Health Savings account paired with our low-cost High Deductible Medical Plan  
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement plan with employer match with immediately vest   

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.