ITS87 Cat 1 Senior Project Manager

The Judicial Branch of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is soliciting candidates for one Senior Project Manager position in digital accessibility under the ITS87 Cat 1 staff augmentation contract, with submissions due August 7, 2026 and the engagement start date of August 31, 2026. The maximum acceptable hourly bill rate is $110, with all costs including travel and expenses embedded in that ceiling.

The role is based at 1 Center Plaza, 7th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts, with remote work permitted. The position runs one year from August 31, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with renewal options available, and requires 37.5 hours per week. Responsibilities span technical guidance on accessible design, accessibility audits for websites and documents, testing using assistive technologies and automated tools, compliance reporting, training-material development, and remediation support across web, documents, multimedia, and enterprise systems.

Candidates must hold a minimum of seven years of direct experience in digital accessibility and possess CPACC certification. They must demonstrate strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, and ADA Title II standards. Vendors submit candidates via a Candidate Bid Sheet specifying bill rate, candidate pay rate, and the differential between them (capped at 40% unless the eligible entity authorizes otherwise). The form requires documentation of years of experience with WCAG standards, accessibility testing methodologies, relevant professional certifications, and vendor and candidate contact information. Vendors may submit up to four candidates.

Background checks (CORI) are required after candidate selection. The position may be filled prior to the submission deadline, with initial contact made by phone and interviews conducted in person or via video conference.