Project Management Consultant Jobs in Iowa
Project Management Consultant jobs in Iowa are open across Des Moines, Keokuk, and Ankeny and other Iowa metros, with employers like Terracon Consultants, CVS Health, and Corteva Agriscience hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Position Purpose:
The Implementation Consultant works within the Orion Health Professional Services Group (PSG). The role will install and configure software and hardware components to provide an effective solution to the client. They will liaise with and provide support to the client during the implementation. The Implementation Consultant will facilitate knowledge transfer to the client. The role will apply knowledge and experience to the diagnosis and solving of problems and issues. As part of the project team, they will interact with the Project Manager and Project Team to ensure the solution is delivered on time and meets or exceeds the requirements of the customer.
Success in this Role looks like…
- Successful reviews of configuration and architecture with Technical Manager and/or Project Manager
- Deliver functioning technical solutions within scope, quality and timelines established in the project plan and Statement of Work
- Resolve post project issues; positive feedback from clients and PSG colleagues
Business Unit:
- Professional Services Group (PSG) - This unit contributes to Orion Health’s purpose by enabling client success by providing professional consulting, implementation and project management services to customers to enable the implementation of Orion software as complete solutions or as part of solutions
Key Relationships:
- Project Manager/Director, Development Teams, Project Teams, and External Clients are key in order to ensure transfer of knowledge and OPEN communication behaviours
Essential Functions:
- Design, configure, test, and document applications based on project’s functional and business requirements including front-end design, database design, configuration of hardware and applications
- Maintain and document code/configurations to ensure proper versioning
- Participate and/or execute the multiple stages of testing (i.e. Unit, System, Integration, Performance, Regression)
- Understand RDBMS and perform data extractions, conversions and manipulations
Project Delivery:
- Preparation and maintenance of technical documentation for project team and client deliverables
- Installation/deployment of completed software or demo products
- Review/provide feedback on proposed solutions to be implemented
- Research technology required for projects to aid in software selection and troubleshooting system errors
Post-Implementation Support:
- Assist with transitioning and operationalizing the implemented solution with the support team
- Maintenance, performance tuning, and support of implemented software products
Teamwork:
- To deliver these services in a professional manner
- To provide technical support and assistance to other implementers and implementation sites
- Attend meetings and advise the project manager and solutions architect on technical issues, including enhancement feasibility and impact, estimates for changes, and status of current work
- Support the architect in technical decisions and analyses: hardware, software, and application and architecture design
Behavioural and Technical Capabilities:
- Perseveres in drive for results even when faced with difficulties and setbacks
- Displays a strong task driven focus
- Efficiently develops and implements plans to accomplish goals
- Demonstrates a sound understanding the IT industry, development languages and has advanced problem solving skills
- Speaks, writes and presents effectively utilising correct English grammar and sentence structure at all times
Relevant Experience:
- 3-5+ years of implementation experience, application of structured implementation methodology, communicating technical issues to business people, and business issues to technical people
- Proven ability to understand and implement multi-component integrated solutions
- ETL experience with data from various source systems
- Experience with healthcare EDI transactions (X12, HL7 or CCDAs)
- Any experience with RDBMS to NoSQL datastore migrations including schema denormalization (flattening)
- NoSQL (key/value, columnar, document) based data modelling, Cassandra is an advantage
- Experience using Talend as an ETL tool is an advantage
- Web Technologies such as: HTTP, HTML, Web Services, XML/XLST, J2EE, .net, Java/Java Scripting
- System to System messaging: Structured Messaging (particularly XML, HL7 x12 an advantage) & Message queuing (particularly JMS)
- RDBMS Database Technologies: SQL Query Writing, SQL Tuning, Microsoft SQL Server & Oracle platforms (must have experience with one, both is an advantage)
- Understanding of UML Modelling, and Multi-Tier Architectures
- Working knowledge of Server Operating Systems, TCP/IP, Clustering and Load Balancing, Issue/ Defect Tracking tool exp
- Proven technical analytical and problem solving skills
- Position requires up to 25% travel
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience plus relevant IT implementation or ETL experience
Description
Position Purpose:
The Implementation Consultant works within the Orion Health Professional Services Group (PSG). The role will install and configure software and hardware components to provide an effective solution to the client. They will liaise with and provide support to the client during the implementation. The Implementation Consultant will facilitate knowledge transfer to the client. The role will apply knowledge and experience to the diagnosis and solving of problems and issues. As part of the project team, they will interact with the Project Manager and Project Team to ensure the solution is delivered on time and meets or exceeds the requirements of the customer.
Success in this Role looks like…
- Successful reviews of configuration and architecture with Technical Manager and/or Project Manager
- Deliver functioning technical solutions within scope, quality and timelines established in the project plan and Statement of Work
- Resolve post project issues; positive feedback from clients and PSG colleagues
Business Unit:
- Professional Services Group (PSG) - This unit contributes to Orion Health’s purpose by enabling client success by providing professional consulting, implementation and project management services to customers to enable the implementation of Orion software as complete solutions or as part of solutions
Key Relationships:
- Project Manager/Director, Development Teams, Project Teams, and External Clients are key in order to ensure transfer of knowledge and OPEN communication behaviours
Essential Functions:
- Design, configure, test, and document applications based on project’s functional and business requirements including front-end design, database design, configuration of hardware and applications
- Maintain and document code/configurations to ensure proper versioning
- Participate and/or execute the multiple stages of testing (i.e. Unit, System, Integration, Performance, Regression)
- Understand RDBMS and perform data extractions, conversions and manipulations
Project Delivery:
- Preparation and maintenance of technical documentation for project team and client deliverables
- Installation/deployment of completed software or demo products
- Review/provide feedback on proposed solutions to be implemented
- Research technology required for projects to aid in software selection and troubleshooting system errors
Post-Implementation Support:
- Assist with transitioning and operationalizing the implemented solution with the support team
- Maintenance, performance tuning, and support of implemented software products
Teamwork:
- To deliver these services in a professional manner
- To provide technical support and assistance to other implementers and implementation sites
- Attend meetings and advise the project manager and solutions architect on technical issues, including enhancement feasibility and impact, estimates for changes, and status of current work
- Support the architect in technical decisions and analyses: hardware, software, and application and architecture design
Behavioural and Technical Capabilities:
- Perseveres in drive for results even when faced with difficulties and setbacks
- Displays a strong task driven focus
- Efficiently develops and implements plans to accomplish goals
- Demonstrates a sound understanding the IT industry, development languages and has advanced problem solving skills
- Speaks, writes and presents effectively utilising correct English grammar and sentence structure at all times
Relevant Experience:
- 3-5+ years of implementation experience, application of structured implementation methodology, communicating technical issues to business people, and business issues to technical people
- Proven ability to understand and implement multi-component integrated solutions
- ETL experience with data from various source systems
- Experience with healthcare EDI transactions (X12, HL7 or CCDAs)
- Any experience with RDBMS to NoSQL datastore migrations including schema denormalization (flattening)
- NoSQL (key/value, columnar, document) based data modelling, Cassandra is an advantage
- Experience using Talend as an ETL tool is an advantage
- Web Technologies such as: HTTP, HTML, Web Services, XML/XLST, J2EE, .net, Java/Java Scripting
- System to System messaging: Structured Messaging (particularly XML, HL7 x12 an advantage) & Message queuing (particularly JMS)
- RDBMS Database Technologies: SQL Query Writing, SQL Tuning, Microsoft SQL Server & Oracle platforms (must have experience with one, both is an advantage)
- Understanding of UML Modelling, and Multi-Tier Architectures
- Working knowledge of Server Operating Systems, TCP/IP, Clustering and Load Balancing, Issue/ Defect Tracking tool exp
- Proven technical analytical and problem solving skills
- Position requires up to 25% travel
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience plus relevant IT implementation or ETL experience
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Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Management Consultant Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Terracon Consultants4
- CVS Health3
- Corteva Agriscience2
- GEI Consultants2
- Athene Annuity And Life Company1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Food & Beverage2
- Technology & Software2
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project management consultant jobs across Iowa.
- PMP or equivalent certification required or strongly preferred
- Five or more years managing cross-functional projects end to end
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience with both agile and waterfall delivery methodologies
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and stakeholder communication
Project Management Consultant Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project management consultant jobs are there in Iowa?
There are 22+ project management consultant openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Keokuk, and Ankeny. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.
How much do project management consultants make in Iowa?
Project management consultants in Iowa earn a median of about $96,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,000 for the lowest 10% to over $150,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Iowa cities have the most project management consultant jobs?
Des Moines, Keokuk, and Ankeny have the most project management consultant openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project management consultants in Iowa?
Employers hiring project management consultants in Iowa include Terracon Consultants, CVS Health, and Corteva Agriscience, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project management consultant jobs in Iowa?
Yes. About 5% of project management consultant openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.
How do I apply for project management consultant jobs in Iowa?
You can apply to project management consultant jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.
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