Go-Live Project Manager

Job Description This is a remote position. About Us Ellit Groups is a Private Equity-backed, woman, minority-led healthcare IT consulting firm focused on Provider and Payer organizations. We partner with healthcare leaders who value operational excellence, real-world experience, and diverse perspectives to drive better outcomes. Our firm is built by former healthcare operators who understand the realities of running complex healthcare systems. This combination of operator credibility and investment-backed growth enables us to deliver high-impact, scalable solutions. We differentiate ourselves by bringing practical experience, executive-level insight, and a relentless focus on quality and outcomes. Our success is directly tied to our clients’ success. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Go-Live & Cutover Project Manager to support a major healthcare technology implementation during a 4-month contract engagement. This individual will partner closely with the existing Go-Live & Cutover Project Manager to drive successful go-live planning, cutover execution, and stabilization activities. We are specifically seeking a candidate with deep experience leading Go-Live planning activities, including ticket triage and support processes, planning and facilitating daily Go-Live calls with executive leadership, and organizing the logistics required to establish and manage command centers during critical implementation periods. Key Responsibilities Lead comprehensive Go-Live planning activities to ensure operational and technical readiness. Design, implement, and oversee ticket triage processes and support workflows during Go-Live and stabilization periods. Plan, facilitate, and manage daily Go-Live calls with executive leadership, project stakeholders, operational leaders, and technical teams. Organize and coordinate all logistics required for standing up and managing command centers, including staffing, escalation pathways, communication protocols, issue tracking, and reporting. Partner with clinical, operational, and IT teams to execute cutover and activation plans. Monitor Go-Live readiness, project risks, dependencies, and critical issues, ensuring timely communication and resolution. Coordinate cross-functional teams to address incidents, remove roadblocks, and maintain project momentum during Go-Live events. Provide regular status updates and executive communications regarding Go-Live readiness and stabilization progress. Support post-Go-Live stabilization activities and facilitate lessons learned sessions Requirements Required Qualifications Project management experience supporting large-scale healthcare technology implementations. 5 yrs experience in Epic Implementations (Go-Live/Activation/Cutover) Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level Go-Live planning and execution activities. Extensive experience managing ticket triage processes, command center operations, incident management, and support coordination. Proven ability to facilitate daily executive-level Go-Live meetings and drive decision-making in high-pressure environments. Experience organizing and managing command center logistics for large-scale implementations. Strong stakeholder management, communication, facilitation, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Epic or other major EHR implementations. Previous experience working with health systems, hospitals, or integrated delivery networks. PMP certification or equivalent project management credential. Strong understanding of healthcare operations, clinical workflows, and implementation methodologies. Benefits Benefits Ellit Groups provides comprehensive benefits options to salaried employees, including: • Medical, Vision, Dental, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance • Medical and Dependent Care FSA • 401k Retirement Plan • 6 Paid Holidays and Flexible Paid Time Off